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Outsiders
The Outsiders Ch. 1-3
Term | Definition |
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acquire | (verb) to get or 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 |