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The giver vocab 8-16
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| crescendo | a gradual increase in volume |
| benign | harmless |
| anguish | agonizing physical or mental pain |
| unanimous | complete agreement |
| spontaneously | unrehearsed |
| exempted | freed from obligation |
| prohibited | forbidden |
| conspicuous | noticeable |
| diminish | decrease |
| exhilarating | causing to feel energetic |
| frigid | very cold |
| torrent | a heavy downpour or rush of water |
| tentatively | uncertain; hesitant |
| obsolete | no longer in use |
| perceive | to become aware through the senses |
| admonition | a reminder of a forgotten task or duty |
| capacity | ability to learn |
| precise | exact |
| conclusion | the end or finish |
| chaos | confusion |
| invigorating | refreshing; stimulating |
| assuage | to relieve |
| excruciating | agonizing |
| ominous | unfavorable; threatening |
| placidly | peacefully |
| contorted | twisted; disfigured |
| ecstatic | overjoyed |
| optimistic | hopeful; expecting the best |