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The Outsiders Vocab
The Outsiders vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| asset | an advantage or source of strength |
| unfathomable | not capable of being understood or grasped |
| rivalry | a continued striving for advantage over another |
| gingerly | cautiously; carefully |
| sagely | in a wise manner; knowingly |
| nonchalantly | in a casual and unenthusiastic manner |
| abiding | obeying |
| sophisticated | experienced in worldly ways |
| aloofness | the state of being uninterested and unsympathetic |
| elite | superior; top |
| apprehensive | anxious or fearful; uneasy |
| defiance | open, bold resistance to authority |
| sheepish | acting embarrassed or ashamed |
| premonition | a feeling that something is about to occur |
| imploringly | in a pleading, begging manner |
| sullenly | in a gloomy, silent, sulky way |
| subside | to sink back or down; become lower |
| elude | to escape understanding; confuse |
| radiate | to send out rays; to beam or shine |
| brawn | strength; physical power |
| aghast | struck with terror, amazement, or horror |
| exploit | daring act or heroic deed |
| divert | to change course or turn from one direction to another |
| conformity | acting according to general rules or standards |
| clad | being covered or dressed; wearing |