Vocabulary • Ch 3 - Esperanza Rising • Definitions

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Definition of 'appropriate'

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To take something for a specific purpose

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Feeling angry about unfairness

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Indignant

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Strong sadness or pain

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anguish

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Word for creating or writing music

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compose

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Warm and friendly greeting

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Cordial

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Definition of 'encroach'

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Gradually take over someone's space

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Word for acting superior

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pretentious

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Definition of 'pungent'

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Strong or sharp smell

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Definition of 'wistful'

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Feeling sad or thoughtful about something

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Word for careful thinking and decision-making

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deliberate