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One & Only Ivan
The One & Only Ivan Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| majestic | grand |
| unkempt | messy |
| domain | area that is overseen by a single ruler |
| migrate | move from place to place |
| forage | searching for things, usually food |
| timid | lacking in courage |
| weary | tired; overworked |
| crimson | deep purplish-red color |
| ebony | deep black color |
| linger | walking slowly, taking everything in |
| ponder | think about something deeply and thoughtfully |
| feeble-minded | foolish; not sensible |
| threadbare | shabby or worn out |
| noble | distinguished leader |
| canopies | the cover formed by the leafy upper branches of the trees in a forest |
| lame | injury to the foot or leg that causes one to limp or be unable to walk |
| shackles | iron fasteners that secure hands or feet |
| unadorned | not decorated |
| wily | crafty; easily outsmarts others |
| irrationally | without reason; illogical |
| undaunted | not afraid |
| strut | walking proudly as if trying to impress others |
| parasite | something that takes from others without giving anything in return |
| stooped | standing with head and shoulders bent forward |
| cunning | shrewd and sly |
| tactful | smart sense of what to say and do |
| wistful | showing longing or yearning for something |
| amends | to make compensation for a loss, injury, or insult |
| heritage | belonging to a certain breed |
| contemplating | thinking deeply about something |
| nimbly | moving with ease |
| Homo sapiens | the species of primates that modern-day humans belong |
| addled | mentally confused |
| edible | able to be eaten |
| amplify | to make louder |
| bedraggled | dirty |
| surly | unfriendly |
| dignity | nobility or worthiness |
| sullen | depressed |
| daintily | delicately |
| flank | side of an animal between the ribs and hips |
| scornful | mocking |
| unfurl | unfold |
| stench | offensive smell |
| incompetent | lacking ability |
| monstrosity | hideous; extremely ugly |
| temperamental | moody |
| disarray | disorder |
| logo | symbol that shows a company brand |
| inspect | to examine carefully |
| publicity | way of gaining public notice |
| teeming | swarming with |
| associate | to connect to |
| spry | energetic |
| placid | calm and peaceful |
| relent | give in |
| prone | to have a natural tendency |
| moat | a deep, wide trench, usually filled with water, confining animals in a zoo |
| loamy | earthy or soil-like |