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The Giver 2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| fragment | A small part or piece broken off |
| vivid | Clear image or strong feelings |
| perspiring | Sweating |
| murky | dark,gloomy,dirty |
| stirrings | The first sign of activity, movement or emotion |
| interdependence | Two or more people rely on each other for support |
| reprieve | To cancel or postpone a punishment |
| relinquish | To give up something |
| somber | Dark or gloomy mood |
| meticulous/meticulously | Extreme care, precision, and great attention to detail |
| exasperate | To irritate or frustrate intensity |
| profound | Deep, intense meaning |
| solemnly | Seriously, sincerely, earnestly |
| prestige | Respect and admiration given for something remarkable |
| daze | Unable to think cleary |
| crescendo | Gradually or slowly increasing in sound |
| successor | One who comes after of takes over |
| jaunty | In a lively, cheerful and confident way |
| rigorous | Extremely thorough, strict, accurate |
| despair | Complete loss or absence of hope |