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Esperanza-Vocab Pt.2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| wilted | to become weak or tired |
| humiliation | the feeling of being embarrassed or ashamed |
| ridicule | the act of mocking, scorning, or laughing at someone |
| meek | quiet, gentle, obedient |
| at the mercy | in a position or situation in which one can be harmed |
| offended | the feeling of being upset or annoyed after being insulted |
| immensely | to a great extent; extremely |
| menacing | dangerous or threatening |
| listless | lacking energy or enthusiasm; depressed or spiritless |
| despondent | in low spirits from loss of hope or courage |
| pitiful | sad or pathetic |
| optimism | hopefulness and confidence about the future |
| barren | land with very few plants and dry soil where little can grow |
| stagnant | still water or air that is not moving, often stale |
| unrelenting | not giving up very determined |