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English Vocab
The Giver Chapters 1-4
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Intrigued | Interested with curiosity |
| Palpable | Noticeable; obvious |
| Distraught | Deeply upset |
| Transgression | An act that breaks a rule or law |
| Apprehensive | Fearful that something bad will happen |
| Fret | To worry |
| Aptitude | A natural ability |
| Envy | Jealousy: a desire to have what another person has |
| Fondly | With affection or love |
| Chastise | To find fault with harshness |
| Forbidden | Not allowed |
| Humiliation | A loss of pride or respect |
| Remorse | A deep regret of past actions |
| Solemn | Very serious |
| Leisurely | Slowly, unhurried |
| Hasten | To speed up or hurry along |
| Disgrace | Shame or dishonor |
| Nuisance | An annoying bother or trouble |
| Chortled | Chuckled or laughed |
| Adherence | Attachment to a person, cause, or belief |