The Outsiders Vocab 7-9

Front

To draw attention away from; to distract

Back

divert

Front

To speak hesitantly or unsteadily

Back

falter

Front

Behavior in agreement with prevailing attitudes

Back

Conformity

Front

To imitate someone or something

Back

Mimic

Front

Extreme physical or mental suffering

Back

Agony

Front

Extreme disrespect or hatred (adv.)

Back

Contemptuously

Front

Facial expression of disapproval or pain

Back

Grimace

Front

Notable or heroic acts

Back

Exploits

Front

Suspicious; Cautious due to suspicion

Back

Leery

Front

Filled with sudden fright or shock

Back

Aghast