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Language - English
9th Grade
02/03/2016

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Aloof
Definition
Adj. Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.Reserved or reticent; indifferent; disinterested. (Detached, Distant, Indifferent, Standoffish)
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Doggedly
Definition
Persistent in effort; stubbornly tenacious.With great effort or determination (Adamantly, Persistently, Staunchly, Stubbornly)
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Vehement
Definition
(Vigor) Marked by forceful energy.
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Languid
Definition
energetic quality (stamina,strength)
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Vitality
Definition
(N.) A lively or energetic quality
The power or ability of something to continue to live, be successful, etc.
(Spunk, Stamina, Strength, Vigor)
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Precariously
Definition
Not safe, strong, or steady. (Alarmingly, Desperately, Perilously, Recklessly)
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Nonchalant
Definition
feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm. (Casual, Effortless, Unconcerned, Unperturbed)
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Grisly
Definition
horror (horrid)
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Placid
Definition
easy going (even-tempered)
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Sanguine
Definition
Positive in a bad situation (hopeful)
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languid
Definition
displaying or having a disinclination for physical exertion or effort; slow and relaxed. (Laidback, Lazy, Sluggish, Unhurried)
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Mood
Definition
Mood is a literary element that evokes certain feelings or vibes in readers through words and descriptions.
Mood refers to the atmosphere of a literary piece, as it creates an emotional situation that surrounds the readers.
Mood is developed in a literary piece through various methods. It can be developed through setting, theme, tone, and diction.
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Foreshadowing
Definition
Any clue or hint of future events in a narrative.
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Tone
Definition
The attitude the author takes toward a subject or an audience.
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