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Johnny Tremain 31-60
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |