The Giver: Chapters 5 - 8 Vocabulary

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Distinguish

Back

To be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait.

Front

Unaccustomed

Back

Not habituated to; unfamiliar with.

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Inadequate

Back

Lacking the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task.

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Exasperated

Back

Greatly annoyed; out of patience.

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Reluctant

Back

Afraid.

Front

Ceremony of Ten

Back

A significant event in the community where children receive their distinguishing haircuts.

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Newchild

Back

A term used to refer to infants in the community.

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Release

Back

The act of removing someone from the community, often due to inadequacy.

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Manly

Back

Having qualities traditionally associated with men, such as strength and bravery.

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Braids

Back

A hairstyle where hair is woven together, often worn by females before the Ceremony of Ten.