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The Giver ch 4-6
Term | Definition |
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gravitating | (verb) move or be attracted by a strong influence |
chortle | (verb) to laugh with a snorting chuckle |
infraction | (noun) the act of breaking the law or rule |
dosage | (noun) the amount of medication in a single dose |
interdependence | (noun) dependent on one another |
indulgently | (adverb) to yield to, satisfy, or gratify desires, feelings, etc. |
exuberant | (adjective) overflowing with high spirits |
impatient | (adjective) irritated or annoyed by delay |
buoyancy | (noun) the power to float or rise in water |
ritual | (noun) a set procedure for religious rite |
elder | (noun) a person born earlier, someone older |
adherence | (verb) to stick to or firmly attached |
intrigue | (verb) to plot craftily or underhandedly |
retroactive | (verb) applying to the past (events) |
serene | (adjective) peaceful, calm, quiet |