A Christmas Carol Vocabulary Stave 1

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Appalling

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Too much; not appealing to the senses.

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Derive

Back

To obtain or get from something; gathered.

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Penance

Back

To fix past problems and avoid punishment.

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Justified

Back

Having a reason to do something.

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Agitate

Back

Disorder; out of control.

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Caustic

Back

Able to burn or corrode organic tissue; sarcastic in a scathing way.

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Homage

Back

Special honor or respect shown publicly.

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Destitute

Back

Without the basic necessities of life.

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Unhallowed

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Not formally consecrated; unholy.

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Countenance

Back

A person's face or facial expression.