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Johnny Tremain 31-60
Term | Definition |
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pious | holy, devout |
agape | mouth open |
patron | wealthy supporter, sponser |
reverie | daydream |
determined | willful, resolute |
gnarled | twisted |
enchanting | very interesting, enthralling |
pathetic | sad, deserving pity |
august | respectable, majestic |
flagon | large cup |
prosperous | wealthy, affluent |
mundane | worldly, secular |
customary | usual, conventional |
abusive | very critical |
eloquent | articulate, able to speak well |
piteous | sad, pitiful |
poultice | warm bandage |
competent | capable |
mete (out) | hand out, distribute |
wield | to handle a tool with ease |
cackle | loud, shrill laugh |
abate | reduce, lessen |
breeches | short pants |
alien | foregin |
mutual | having the same relationship |
hypocritical | phony |
fascination | amazement |
flourish | grow, prosper |
disconnect | unhappy |
frayed | worn |