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The Giver Unit 1 Vocabulary. wheedle. to influence (a person) by smooth, flattering, words or acts. palpable. easily perceived; obvious readily or plainly seen, heard. apprehensive. anxious or fearful about the future; uneasy or fearful about something that might happen. pondered.
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The Giver Unit 1 Vocabulary
wheedle to influence (a person) by smooth, flattering, words or acts
palpable easily perceived; obvious readily or plainly seen, heard
apprehensive anxious or fearful about the future; uneasy or fearful about something that might happen
pondered reflected on or considered with care; meditate
prominent widely known
transgression violation of a law, command, or duty
aptitude inherent ability; talent; capability; ability; innate or acquired capacity For something
chastisement severe criticism;corporal punishment; a beating.
petulantly[pech-uh-luhnt-ly] in an irritable or ill tempered manner
horded kept hidden or private
nondescript lacking distinctive qualities; undistinguished or uninteresting; dull
gravitating being attracted to; to move or tend to move under the influence of
disgrace loss of honor; shame; the loss of respect
chortled laughed at with a snort