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Ch 5-6 Vocab
The Westing Game
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| relinquish | to give up |
| monogram | a design of a person’s initials printed on towels, stationery, clothing, etc. |
| invalid | a person who is too sick or weak to care for him or herself |
| mourning | showing sorrow and sadness for a person’s death |
| scrutiny | a close and continuous look or examination |
| eccentric | an unusual, peculiar, or odd personality |
| culprit | a person guilty of or responsible for an offense or crime |
| slur | to talk about with insults |
| windfall | an unexpected gain of good fortune |
| reverence | a profound love, respect, and awe |