The Monkey's Paw - Vocabulary

Front

Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern

Back

Apathy

Front

Tendency to believe something is true

Back

Credulity

Front

Avoiding notice or attention

Back

furtively

Front

Serious or solemn; somber

Back

grave

Front

speak about (someone) in a spitefully critical manner

Back

maligned

Front

Unjustly inflicting hardship; causing discomfort

Back

Oppressive

Front

Recognize differences

Back

Differentiate

Front

Perceive or recognize

Back

Discern

Front

Not likely to be true or to happen

Back

Improbable

Front

Based on personal feelings or opinions

Back

Subjective