CHAPTER 50 — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from CHAPTER 50

inconveniently (adverb)

In a manner that causes trouble, difficulty, or discomfort.

tenderness (noun)

Gentleness and care shown toward someone.

affirmative (noun)

A positive or confirmatory response; an agreement that something is true.

spontaneously (adverb)

In a natural, unplanned way; without being prompted.

perpetually (adverb)

Constantly; without interruption or cessation.

communicative (adjective)

Willing and eager to talk and share information.

revengeful (adjective)

Full of or motivated by a desire for revenge; vindictive.

throttled (verb (past tense))

Strangled or choked to death by compressing the throat.

acquitted (verb (past tense))

Found not guilty of a criminal charge by a court of law.

depose (verb)

To give sworn testimony or evidence, especially in a legal proceeding.

forbearance (noun)

Patient self-control; restraint and tolerance in the face of provocation.

animosity (noun)

Strong hostility or active hatred toward someone.

barbed (verb (past tense))

Made sharper or more pointed; intensified (figuratively, like a barbed hook).

disordered (adjective)

In a state of confusion or mental disturbance; not functioning normally.

tragically (adverb)

In an extremely sad or devastating manner, often involving death or great loss.