Chapter 6 — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Chapter 6

expulsion (noun)

The act of being forced to leave an institution, organization, or place, typically as a punishment.

deference (noun)

Respectful submission or yielding to the judgment, opinion, or will of another, especially someone in authority.

pragmatism (noun)

A practical, results-oriented approach to problems and situations rather than one guided by fixed principles or ideals.

curated (adjective)

Carefully selected, organized, and presented to create a specific impression or effect.

treachery (noun)

Betrayal of trust; deception or disloyalty, especially by someone in a position of authority or confidence.

contempt (noun)

The feeling that a person or thing is beneath consideration, worthless, or deserving scorn.

remorse (noun)

Deep regret or guilt for a wrongdoing or for having caused harm.

cynicism (noun)

An attitude of distrust toward the sincerity or goodness of human motives, often based on the belief that people act out of self-interest.

shackle (noun)

A pair of fetters connected by a chain, used to restrain a prisoner; figuratively, anything that restricts freedom.

subservience (noun)

Willingness to obey others unquestioningly; excessive compliance or submissiveness.

facade (noun)

A deceptive outward appearance; a false front designed to conceal the true nature of something.

foreshadow (verb)

To give an advance indication or warning of a future event, used as a literary technique to build anticipation.

talisman (noun)

An object believed to have magical or protective powers; something that brings good luck or wards off evil.

multivalent (adjective)

Having many meanings, interpretations, or values simultaneously.

disruptive (adjective)

Causing disturbance or problems; interrupting the normal course or functioning of something.