THE GIVER VOCABULARY

Chapters 1-5

Change in Vocabulary

While reading The Giver, our vocabulary will focus on unknown terms found within the text.

You will still complete flashcards for these words, but the dates for the quizzes and flashcards will be subject to change.

For instance, for this week, your flashcards will be due on Friday, and your quiz will be this upcoming Monday.

Intrigue

Verb

To capture the curiosity or interest of by unusual, new, or fascinating qualities.

Synonyms: appeal to, draw, engage

Antonyms: bore, ignore

Palpable

Adjective

Capable of being felt or touched

Synonyms: tangible

Antonyms: unnoticeable

Distraught

Adjective

Deeply upset and agitated.

Synonyms: Anxious, frantic, distressed

Antonyms: calm, composed, collected

Defiant

Adjective

Boldly showing resistance or disobedience.

Synonyms: challenging, rebellious

Antonyms: obedient, respectful

Chastise

Verb

To discipline verbally or physically

Synonyms: punish, correct

Antonyms: praise, encourage

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Petulant

Adjective

Showing impatient irritation or bad-temperament

Synonyms: Moody, grouchy

Antonyms: cheerful, patient, good-natured

Nondescript

Adjective

Lacking distinctive or interesting features or characteristics.

Synonyms: dull, colorless, featureless

Antonyms: distinguished, remarkable

Reluctant

Adjective

Unwilling and hesitant to act.

Synonyms: cautious, uncertain

Antonyms: bold, confident

Emblem

Noun

An object that represents a symbol for a group of people.

Synonyms: Logo, symbol, trademark

Reprieve

Verb

To cancel or postpone a punishment.

Synonyms: pardon, freeing

Antonyms: continuation