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Outsiders 1-3
Vocabulary from Chapters 1-3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| gallant | (Of a person or their behavior) brave; heroic. |
| sophisticated | Having, revealing, or proceeding from a great deal of worldly experience and knowledge of fashion and culture. |
| practically | Virtually; almost. |
| muttered | Say something in a low or barely audible voice, especially in dissatisfaction or irritation. |
| miserable | (Of a person) wretchedly unhappy or uncomfortable. |
| passionate | Showing or caused by strong feelings or a strong belief. |
| shudder | (Of a person) tremble convulsively, typically as a result of fear or revulsion. |
| mention | Refer to something briefly and without going into detail. |
| quiver | Tremble or shake with a slight rapid motion. |
| pretended | Not genuine; assumed. |
| impatient | Having or showing a tendency to be quickly irritated or provoked. |
| roguish | Characteristic of a dishonest or unprincipled person. |
| incredulous | (Of a person or their manner) unwilling or unable to believe something. |
| nonchalant | (Of a person or manner) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm. |
| expression | A look on someone's face that conveys a particular emotion. |
| striding | Walk with long, decisive steps in a specified direction. |
| concession | A thing that is granted, especially in response to demands; a thing conceded. |
| motionless | Not moving; stationary. |
| command | Give an authoritative order. |
| stricken | Seriously affected by an undesirable condition or unpleasant feeling. |
| undisturbed | uninterrupted. |
| impatient | Having or showing a tendency to be quickly irritated or provoked. |
| slouched | The past tense of slouch; stand, move, or sit in a lazy, drooping way. |
| perspiration | The process of sweating. |
| suffocate | Die or cause to die from lack of air or inability to breathe. |
| gingerly | In a careful or cautious manner. |
| affection | A gentle feeling of fondness or liking. |
| reputation | The beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something. |
| quiver | Tremble or shake with a slight rapid motion. |
| acquire | Buy or obtain (an object or asset) for oneself. |