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"The Lottery" Vocab
VOCAB words for The Lottery by Shirley Jackson
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Profusely | (adverb) plentifully; in a great amount |
| Reprimands | (noun) Punishments |
| Surveying | (verb) Examining or looking at features carefully |
| reluctantly | (adverb) hesitantly; as if unwilling |
| grasping | (verb) holding firmly; grabbing tightly |
| jovial | (adj) cheerful; overly happy or boisterous |
| paraphernalia | (noun) equipment relating to a specific task |
| perfuncatory | (adj) carried out with minimum effort or reflection |
| scold | (noun) old-fashioned term for a woman who nags or grumbles constantly; always criticizing |
| petulantly | (adverb) irritably, impatient irritation |
| precisely | (adverb) carefully; in fine detail |
| consulted | (verb) sought (seek) advice or information |
| daintily | (adverb) delicately; in a small and gentle way |
| ritual | (noun) a ceremonial or traditional act |