the giver by lois lowry

Vocabulary

I see no evidence of an increase in strict adherence to speed limits on the roads.

Definition The act or state of clinging or adhering.

Synonyms Clinging, sticking, devotion, bond.

He has demonstrated a great aptitude for carpentry skills.

Definition The ability or capacity to do something.

Synonyms Ability, talent, skill.

We can digitally enhance pictures to create unique and beautiful images that will provide fond memories to last forever.

Definition To raise to a higher level; to make something better.

Synonyms Increase, improve.

The growing anger in Japanese society is so palpable that the ruling class is terrified.

Definition Capable of being touched or felt; plainly seen, heard or perceived.

Synonyms Obvious, tangible, clearly, evident.

The student tried to wheedle a higher score for his paper from the teacher, before report cards were due.

Definition To influence by flattery or kind words.

Synonyms Coax, persuade.

Her chastisement after breaking the community rule was not very severe.

Definition To punish severely or criticize heavily.

Synonyms Reprimand, punish.

He petulantly tapped on the window of the car, while waiting for his mother to finish her three hour long shopping spree.

Definition To act in a rude or ill-tempered way.

Synonyms Sullenly, rudely.

Dont expect me to feel remorse for the scum of the earth.

Definition To feel regret for one’s actions.

Synonyms Regret, guilt.

No man, for any considerable period, can wear one face to himself, and another to the multitude, without finally getting bewildered as to which may be the true.

Nathaniel Hawthorne  The Scarlet Letter, ch.20

Definition To feel confused, especially with many things to worry about.

Synonyms Confused, puzzled, disoriented.