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Hunger Game
Vocabulary List 2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Emaciated (ih-MEY-shee-ey-tid) | Extremely thin and weak, often from lack of food. |
| Demean (dih-MEEN) | To cause someone to lose dignity, honor, or respect. |
| Surly (SUR-lee) | Bad-tempered, unfriendly, and rude. |
| Arduous (AHR-joo-uhs) | Very difficult, requiring great effort or endurance. |
| Reproachful (ri-PROHCH-fuhl) | Expressing blame, disapproval, or disappointment. |
| Tremulous (TREM-yuh-luhs) | Shaking or quivering slightly, often from fear or weakness. |
| Bounty (BOUN-tee) | A generous amount of something; also a reward, especially for catching someone. |
| Patronizing (PAY-truh-ny-zing) | Speaking or behaving toward someone as if they are less intelligent or important. |
| Doggedly (DOG-id-lee) | In a determined, persistent, and stubborn way. |
| Despondency (dih-SPON-duhn-see) | A state of low spirits caused by loss of hope or courage. |
| Imprudent (im-PROO-duhnt) | Not careful; doing something without thinking about the consequences |
| Befuddled (bih-FUHD-uhld) | Confused, puzzled, or unable to think clearly |