The Tell Tale Heart Vocabulary

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Definition of suspense

Back

Excited or anxious uncertainty about what may happen.

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Definition of acute

Back

Sharp

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Definition of vexed

Back

Disturbed

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Definition of sagacity

Back

Intelligence and good judgement

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Definition of refrained

Back

held back

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Definition of wary

Back

cautious or careful

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Definition of suavity

Back

smooth manner

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Definition of audacity

Back

Boldness

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Definition of vehemently

Back

Forcefully

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Definition of gesticulations

Back

Dramatic gesture