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NTS_17-18
Number the Stars - Chapters 17-18
| Term | Definition | Synonyms | Antonyms |
|---|---|---|---|
| anthem | A national or patriotic song | hymn, patriotic song | silence |
| tended | Took care of | cared for, maintained | neglected, ignored |
| unoccupied | Not lived in or used | vacant, empty | occupied, filled |
| devastating | Causing great sadness or damage | crushing, tragic | comforting, encouraging |
| executed | Put to death as punishment | killed, put to death | pardoned, spared |
| bleak | Bare, cold, and depressing | grim, dreary | cheerful, bright |
| raided | Attacked suddenly | invaded, stormed | defended, protected |
| engagement | A promise to marry | betrothal, promise | separation |
| discolored | Changed in color | stained, faded | brightened, restored |
| rejoicing | Great joy or celebration | celebration, jubilation | mourning, sorrow |
| deprivation | Lack of basic needs or comforts | hardship, shortage | abundance, plenty |
| integrity | Honesty and strong moral principles | honor, uprightness | dishonesty, corruption |
| surrendered | Gave up resistance | yielded, capitulated | resisted, fought |
| occupation | Control of a country by foreign forces | takeover, domination | independence, freedom |
| synagogue | A Jewish place of worship | temple, house of worship | |
| compassion | Deep sympathy and concern for others | kindness, empathy | cruelty, indifference |
| detection | Discovering or identifying something hidden | discovery, identification | concealment, hiding |
| orchestrated | Carefully organized or directed | coordinated, arranged | disorganized, disrupted |
| sabotage | Deliberate destruction to weaken an enemy | damage, subversion | protection, support |
| determination | Firm resolve to achieve something | resolve, persistence | hesitation, doubt |