Lord of the Flies Vocabulary Chapters 9-12

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parried

Back

Warded off; to deflect or block an attack or blow.

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sauntered

Back

Walked at a leisurely pace; to stroll.

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acrid

Back

Pungent or bitter odor or taste.

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ululating

Back

Howling; wailing.

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quavered

Back

Spoke in a trembling voice.

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abominable

Back

Causing moral revulsion; very unpleasant.

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compelled

Back

Forced or obliged to do something.

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luminous

Back

Emitting or reflecting light; shining.

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assimilating

Back

Taking in and fully understanding information or ideas.

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sniveling

Back

Crying or whimpering in a feeble or self-pitying way.