Vocab Flashcard 2: The Glass Castle

Front

Derogatory

Back

Showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.

Front

Precarious

Back

Not securely held, likely to collapse.

Front

Destitute

Back

Without the basic necessities of life.

Front

Corrugated

Back

A surface shaped into alternating ridges or grooves.

Front

Cajole

Back

Persuading someone through coaxing or flattery.

Front

Resilient

Back

Able to recover quickly from difficult conditions.

Front

Ambiguous

Back

Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.

Front

Ephemeral

Back

Lasting for a very short time.

Front

Nostalgia

Back

A sentimental longing for the past.

Front

Ubiquitous

Back

Present, appearing, or found everywhere.