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One & Only Ivan
The One & Only Ivan Vocabulary
Term | Definition |
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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 |