A Raisin in the Sun Acts II, III Vocab

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Ominous

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Giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen; threatening; inauspicious.

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Rebuff

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A rejection of one who makes advances, proffers help or sympathy, shows interest, or makes a request.

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Presume

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Supposed to be true; taken for granted.

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Revelation

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A surprising and previously unknown fact that has been disclosed to others.

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Exuberance

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The quality of being full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness.

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Desperation

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A state of despair, typically one that results in rash or extreme behavior.

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Ludicrous

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So foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing.

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Amiable

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Having a friendly and pleasant manner.

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Polychromatic

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Showing a variety or a change of colors.

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Prioritize

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To arrange or deal with in order of importance.