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The Outsiders Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| acquire | (verb) to get or to obtain |
| aloof | (adjective) indifferent or disinterested |
| disgrace | (noun) the loss of respect or honor |
| gallantly | (adverb) bravely, chivalrously, exceptionally polite |
| gingerly | (adverb) cautiously or carefully |
| hoodlum | (noun) young, street ruffian belonging to a gang |
| impersonal | (adjective) not personal |
| irresistible | (adjective) enticing, tempting to possess |
| lanky | (adjective) ungracefully thin and tall |
| mouthy | (adjective) responding in a rude and pompous manner |
| reckless | (adjective) unconcerned with the consequences of actions |
| roguish | (adjective) playfully dishonest or mischievous |
| sarcastic | (adjective) characterized by mocking |
| sympathetic | (adjective) feeling of compassion |
| sensitive | (adjective) easily or readily affected by something |