Term
chastise
Lily, he decided, would have to learn that soon, or she would be called in for chastisement because of her insensitive chatter. |
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Definition
–verb (used with object),-tised, -tis·ing.
1.
to discipline, esp. by corporal punishment.
2.
to criticize severely.
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rarity
Now seeing the newchild and its expression,he was reminded that the light eyes were not only a rarity but gave the one who had them a certain look- what was it?
Snowstorms are a rarity in the South. |
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Definition
–noun,plural-ties.
1.
something rare, unusual, or uncommon
2.
something esteemed or interesting in being rare, uncommon, or curious
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petulantly
" I think I'd like that," L ily said petulantly
a petulant toss of the head |
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moved to or showing sudden, impatient irritation, esp. over some trifling annoyance |
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bewilderment
He probably should have brought up his felling of bewilderment that very evening when the family unit had shared their feelings of the day.
a bewilderment of smoke, noise, and pushing people |
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Definition
–noun
1.
a mixed-up, surprised state.
2.
a confusing maze or tangle, as of objects or conditions:
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non-descript
The same non-descript shade, about the same shade as his own tunic. (before he could see colors)
a nondescript novel; a nondescript color.
The private detective deliberately wore nondescript clothes. |
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Definition
–adjective
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of no recognized, definite, or particular type or kind
2.
undistinguished or uninteresting; dull or insipid
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gravitating
But with guidance, as they developed self-confidence and maturity, they moved on to other jobs, gravitating toward those that would suit their own interests and skills.
Musicians gravitate toward one another. |
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Definition
–verb (used without object),-tat·ed, -tat·ing.
1.
to tend toward the lowest level; sink; fall.
2.
to have a natural tendency or be strongly attracted (usually followed by to or toward):
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chortled
"We'll have to suggest it to the committee. Maybe they'd study it," Jonas said shyly, and Larissa chortled with laughter. |
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Definition
–verb (used without object)
–verb (used with object)
2.
to express with a gleeful chuckle
Origin:
b. chuckle and snort; coined by Lewis Carroll in Through the Looking-Glass (1871)
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infraction
"Thank you again for your dream, Lily." Jonas said the standard phrase automatically, and tried to pay better attention while his mother told of a dream fragment, a disquieting scene where she had been chastised for a rule infraction she didn't understand. |
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Definition
–noun
1.
breach; violation; infringement
2. the act of breaking a rule or law
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Term
dosage
The dreams of stirrings will come back. Sometimes the dosage must be adjusted. |
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Definition
–noun
1.
the administration of medicine in doses.
2.
the amount of medicine to be given
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