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Novel vocab
| Definition | Term |
|---|---|
| determined, relentless, go getting | Tenacious |
| thrilled , excited | Exuberant |
| capable of making mistakes | fallible |
| not caring | apathetic |
| to look down upon someone | condescend |
| to soothe | console |
| pale or lacking color | pallid |
| bulky or heavy | cumbersome |
| misshapen, deformed, in appearance | disfigurement |
| appearance, likeness | semblance |
| a strong desire or wish to accomplish something | penchant |
| a spiritual journey, a lengthy journey | pilgrimage |
| small seizures, mini violent motions | convulsions |
| deeply in love with, infatuated | enamored |
| raw cuss: out of control, mischievous, chaos, out of control situation | raucous |
| tiny little details of life… trivial details magazine, insignificant details MIN- oo--SH | minutiae |
| important people, people with dignity | dignitaries |
| courage and skill(emphasis on skill) | prowess |
| random ----off topic ----out of time | errant |
| peaceful | tranquil |
| a quick trip , like an errand | junket |
| a member of the elite, special people, like royalty | gallantry |
| praise | adulation |
| a positive, magnetic personality, a quality of charm | charisma |
| quiet, calm, relaxed, almost withdrawn | complacent |
| like tenacious, passionate, strong | vehement |
| tranquil, peaceful | serene |
| to sneer or mock, make fun of in an evil way | jeer |
| having a state of low spirits caused by loss of hope or courage | despondent |
| a feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause | melancholy |
| the willingness to take bold risks---boldness,-fearlessness, | audacity |
| the expression of formal disapproval | censure |
| having disdainful or arrogant pride | haughty |
| a series of words used to make something magic happen. | incantation |
| changing moods quickly and often | mercurial |
| a person who is hated and rejected by other people | pariah |
| old and no longer used, of or relating to ancient times | archaic |
| displaying wealth, knowledge, etc., in a way that is meant to attract attention | ostentatious |
| male-based society | patriarchal |
| young “bird,” new to flight | fledgling |
| native(from that area) to a land or area | indigenous |
| someone who “sees” into the future and will lead | prophet |
| a spiritual time of “watching” and waiting | vigil |
| usual as in practice, “normal”, “regular” | conventional |
| contrary, argumentative, stubborn minded | perverse |
| stubborn | obstinate |
| problem difficulty | adversity |
| glum, sad, depressed | disconsolate |
| individuals who will continue a legacy--children | descendent |
| to move unsteadily, stumble, stagger | faltering |