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Words from Night
Words and their definitions from the book Night by Elie Wiesel
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Literature
9th Grade
09/18/2011

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prostrate
Definition
To lay flat (facedown) on the ground in submission, humility, or adoration
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interlude
Definition
An intervening episode, period or space. (sometimes dramatic)
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reprieve
Definition
To relieve or delay the punishment or sentence of a condemned person.
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rations
Definition
a fixed allowance of provisions or food, especially for soldiers or sailors or for civilians during a shortage
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dysentery
Definition
An infectious disease that can be diagnosed by inflammation and ulceration of the lower part of the bowels, and diarrhea.
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robust
Definition
Strong and healthy.
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quarantine
Definition
A very strict isolation (usually 40 days) to prevent the spread of disease.
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apathy
Definition
the absence or supression of emotion, passion and excitement.
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humane
Definition
characterized by tenderness, compassion, and sympathy for people and animals, especially for the suffering or distressed
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grimace
Definition
A facial expression that shows distress or pain. Generally contorted and ugly in appearance.
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nocturnal
Definition
of or pertaining to the night.
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livid
Definition
having a discolored, bluish appearance caused by a bruise, congestion of blood vessels, strangulation, etc., as the face, flesh, hands, or nails.
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pious
Definition
having or showing a dutiful spirit of reverence for God or an earnest wish to fulfill religious obligations.
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interminable
Definition
Incapable of being terminated
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wizened
Definition
to wither; shrivel; dry up
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morale
Definition
emotional or mental condition with respect to cheerfulness, confidence, zeal, etc.,
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infernal
Definition
hellish; fiendish; diabolical
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refuge
Definition
Shelter or protection from danger
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oppressive
Definition
burdensome, unjustly harsh, or tyrannical
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expelled
Definition
to drive or force out or away
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