Lord of the Flies Ch.10-12 Vocabulary

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Definition: Take in information and understand fully

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Answer: assimilate

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Ending or being brought to an end

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Cessation

Front

Firmly held belief or opinion

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Conviction

Front

Resulting from sincere conviction

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Earnest

Front

Establish in a safe place

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ensconce

Front

Lasting for a very short time

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Fleeting

Front

Hinder or impede movement

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Hamper

Front

Curious or inquiring

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Inquisitive

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Expression of strong emotion: howl or wail

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Ululation

Front

Awkward; clumsy

Back

Ungainly