Vocabulary from “Seventh Grade” by Gary Soto

Front

an angry or unhappy facial expression. Synonyms: Frown, glare

Back

scowl

Front

To shake a little because of fear, cold, or excitement. Synonyms: Tremble, shake

Back

quiver

Front

In a shy or embarrassed way. Synonyms: Bashfully, timidly

Back

sheepishly

Front

A strong belief or confidence in something. Synonyms: Belief, certainty

Back

conviction

Front

To walk slowly and heavily because you are tired or unhappy. Synonym: Plod

Back

trudge

Front

To pretend to be confident or strong when you are not. Synonyms: Pretend, fake

Back

bluff

Front

To stay somewhere longer than needed. Synonyms: Wait, delay, loiter

Back

linger

Front

Wild force or intensity. Synonyms: Fierceness, violence

Back

ferocity

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Religious instruction, usually for kids. Synonyms: Religious teaching, doctrine

Back

catechism

Front

To move in a busy, energetic way. Synonyms: Scurry, hustle, hurry.

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bustle