"The Lottery" Vocabulary

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profusely

Back

abundantly; in great amount

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boisterous

Back

loud, rough, and noisy; unrestrained

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paraphernalia

Back

items used for a particular activity

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shabbier

Back

in poorer condition; worn down by time and use

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Ritual

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Ceremonial or traditional practice

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perfunctory

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performed carelessly as a routine duty

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jovial

Back

jolly, joyful

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Disengaged

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To free from attachment

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defiantly

Back

boldly resistant or challenging

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petulantly

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with unreasonable irritation