Animal Farm Vocab Set 1 Flashcards
(15 cards)
Falter (v)
to lose strength, confidence, or control, often in speaking, walking, or in action
Ensconce (v)
to put yourself in a place or comfortable position as if to stay there
Brood (n)
a group of offspring, especially young birds hatched at the same time
Laborious (adj)
Requiring hard work, onerous, burdensome
Dissent (v)
to withhold assent or approval
Cynical (adj)
describes someone who is distrustful of others, believing they are only motivated by self-interest and are not sincere
Enmity (n)
a state of deep-rooted hatred, ill will, or hostility towards someone or something
Indefatigable (adj)
someone who is tireless, unflagging, and incapable of being tired out
Vivacious (adj)
full of high spirits and animation
Apathy (n)
a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern, often associated with a lack of motivation or action
Pre-eminent (adj)
having paramount rank, dignity, or importance
Tyrannize (v)
to rule or exercise power over someone in a cruel, oppressive, and absolute manner.
Disheartening (adj)
causing someone to lose hope, courage, or spirits; discouraging or depressing
Scullery (n)
a room next to the kitchen where pans are washed and vegetables are prepared for cooking
Who was Napoleon Bonaparte and what is he known for
Napoleon Bonaparte was one of the most successful generals of the French revolutionary armies. He was emperor of France from 1804-14, and in 1815. Napoleon Bonaparte (1768-1821) is regarded as one of history’s greatest military leaders.
