The Giver Vocabulary - Chapters 1-5

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Chortle

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laugh quietly or with restraint

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Intrigue

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Arouse curiosity; captivate.

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Serene

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calm, peaceful, or tranquil; unruffled

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Wheedle

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to persuade (a person) by such words or acts

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Jeer

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Laugh at with contempt; make rude remarks

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Palpable

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obvious; readily seen or perceived

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Sift

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Check and sort carefully

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Defiant

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Boldly resisting authority or opposing force

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Apprehensive

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mentally upset over possible misfortune or danger

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Chastisement

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Verbal punishment