A Christmas Carol Vocabulary

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Giddy

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Lacking seriousness; given to frivolity.

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Empathetically

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Understanding the feelings, thoughts, or attitudes of others.

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Slander

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Defamation; false statement or report.

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Shroud

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Burial garment in which a corpse is wrapped.

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Vestige

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A mark, trace, or visible evidence of something that is no longer present.

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Jovial

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Cheerful and friendly.

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Retort

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A quick, witty, or sharp reply.

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Mercy

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Compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is within one's power to punish or harm.

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Dismal

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Depressing; dreary.

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Cordially

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In a warm and friendly way.