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Giver Vocab Chap.1-3
Vocab words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Rasping | verb: scrape or grate with a rough tool |
| Distraught | adjective: mentally confused, bewildered |
| Distracted | adjective: turned away the mind or attention of |
| Wheedle | verb: to persuade with flattery |
| Nurturer | noun: one who takes care of, feeds |
| Disposition | noun: a person“s general way of acting |
| Transgression | noun: act or instance of breaking the law |
| Apprehensive | noun: fearful about what may happen |
| Aptitude | noun: natural ability; talent |
| Chastise | verb: to punish; reprimand severely |
| Rarity | noun: person or thing that is uncommon |
| Petulantly | adjective: ill-humored; peevish |
| Bewilderment | noun: confusion or complete puzzlement |
| Nondescript | adjective: without interesting or striking characteristics |