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The One & Only Ivan
AoPS Reader's Theater
Term | Definition |
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amends | Make up for a wrongdoing |
coax | gently & persistently persuade someone to do something |
bankrupt | a person or organization unable to pay debts |
indifferent | neutral or uninterested |
sulk | bad tempered because of annoyance |
fleck | to mark or dot with small patches of color |
lilt | rising and falling of the voice |
ragged | old and torn |
hoarse | sounding rough or harsh |
addled | unable to think clearly |
billow | a rolling mass that resembles a high wave |
timid | lacking in courage |
feeble | lacking in strength |
threadbare | shabby, cheap, very poor |
scrawny | thin in body size |
shrill | a high pitched & piercing sound |
wily | clever |
wistful | displaying a regretful longing |
philosopher | someone who reflects on the nature and reality of existence |
tactful | considerate when dealing with people or difficult issues |
scowl | an angry or bad tempered expression |
squabble | a noisy quarrel about something petty |
bedraggled | dirty and disheveled |
surly | bad tempered and unfriendly |
forage | obtain food or provisions |
trudge | walk slowly and with heavy steps |
solemnly | in a serious manner |
gingerly | in a careful or cautious manner |
scornful | feeling or expressing that something is worthless |
artistic license | freedoms an artist takes with the facts when creating |
smudge | blurred or smeared |
beckoncid | call or invite, usually with a gesture |
fleeting | lasting for a very short time |
tempermental | prone to mood changes |
monstrosity | something large and sometimes ugly |
bellow | deep loud roar |
disarray | disorganization |
coincidence | when two events happen at the same time without any obvious connection |
incidentally | accidentally |
distinguished | showing dignity, authority or success |