Vocabulary • Ch 19 - The Giver • Context Clues

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Meaning of 'solemn'

Back

Serious or respectful behavior

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Meaning of 'nurture'

Back

To help someone grow and develop

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Meaning of 'squirming'

Back

Moving around uncomfortably or restlessly

Front

Poignant

Back

Very strong or touching feelings of sadness

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Meaning of 'wailed'

Back

To cry loudly and mournfully

Front

Empathetic

Back

Understanding and sharing someone else's feelings

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Receptacle

Back

A container to hold things

Front

Meaning of 'teeny-weeny'

Back

Very, very small or tiny

Front

Meaning of 'numbly'

Back

Not able to feel anything

Front

Gestures

Back

Body movements for communication