The Giver Vocab Ch. 18-23 Flashcards
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What is the definition of a syringe?
A tube with a nozzle and piston or bulb for sucking in and ejecting liquid in a thin stream, used for cleaning wounds or body cavities, or fitted with a hollow needle for injecting or withdrawing fluids.
Define sympathetically.
In a way that shows pity and sorrow for someone else’s misfortune.
What is a receptacle?
An object or space used to contain something.
What does wretched mean?
In a very unhappy or unfortunate state.
What does it mean to emerge?
Move out of or away from something and come into view.
Define efficient.
(Especially of a system or machine) achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
What is a successor?
A person or thing that succeeds another.
What does rueful mean?
Expressing sorrow or regret, especially when in a slightly humorous way.
What does anguished describe?
Experiencing or expressing severe mental or physical pain or suffering.
What is an errand?
A short journey undertaken in order to deliver or collect something, especially on someone else’s behalf.
Define solace.
Comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness.
What is meant by capacity?
The maximum amount that something can contain.
What does inconvenient mean?
Causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort.
What does languid describe?
(Of a person, manner, or gesture) displaying or having a disinclination for physical exertion or effort; slow and relaxed.
What are fugitives?
A person who has escaped from a place or is in hiding, especially to avoid arrest or persecution.
What does augmented mean?
Having been made greater in size or value.
Define vigilant.
Keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.
What are perils?
Serious and immediate danger.
What are gullies?
A ravine formed by the action of water.
What does lethargy refer to?
A lack of energy and enthusiasm.
What does impeded mean?
Delay or prevent (someone or something) by obstructing them; hinder.
What does leaden describe?
Dull, heavy, or slow.
