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MMChapter3
Vocab for Of Mice and Men Chapter 3
Term | Definition |
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Nuisance | a person, thing, or circumstance causing inconvenience or annoyance |
Scuttle | to move quickly, with small, short steps |
Rigid | unable to bend or be forced out of shape; not flexible |
Subdue | bring under control |
Gnaw | cause constant distress or anxiety |
Rapt | completely fascinated by what one is seeing or hearing |
Entrance | to fill someone with delight and wonder |
Reprehensible | deserving blame; recognized as bad |
Reverently | with deep respect |
Bemuse | to puzzle or confuse |
Poised | ready to move |
Wryly | in a mocking manner |
Solemn | formal and serious |
Derision | actions or statements showing that you think someone or something is ridiculous or of no value |