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The Giver Ch 1-5
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Apprehensive | feeling worried, anxious, or fearful about something that might happen in the future, like an upcoming event or potential misfortune, often with a sense of unease or dread about a negative outcome |
| Distraught | extremely upset, agitated, or anxious, often to the point of being unable to think clearly or behave normally, usually due to worry, grief, or shock |
| Disposition | someone's natural tendency, mood, or attitude (like a "cheerful disposition") or the final settlement of a legal case (like a dismissal or plea deal), also meaning the arrangement or transfer of things, like property or assets |
| Transgression | the act of violating a law, command, or moral principle, meaning to "step over" a boundary or rule, often used for breaking rules set by God, society, or personal duties, and can range from minor offenses to serious sins |
| Awe | an overwhelming feeling of wonder, reverence, and sometimes fear, inspired by something vast, powerful, or sublime |