Hoot Vocabulary Ch. 1 - 4

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vandalism

van·dal·ism noun

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The deliberate destruction or defacement of public or private property.

The group of students was punished for their vandalism of a local bridge.

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outlaw (12)
out·law noun

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a person who has broken the law and remains a fugitive

Jesse James was an outlaw known for robbing banks and trains.

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balefully (23)
bale·ful·ly adverb

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in a threatening manner

My opponent glared at me balefully as we faced off on the field.

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stalk (23)
stalk verb

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to walk with a haughty or arrogant attitude

You could tell she felt proud of her game as she stalked off the tennis court.

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indignation (25)
in·dig·na·tion noun

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anger at something that is unfair, whether real or perceived

The student bristled with indignation at being chosen last, yet again, for the team.

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wince (27)
wince verb

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to grimace because of pain or disgust

Because of his fear of needles, Jake was wincing even before the doctor gave him the vaccination.

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convert (40)
con·vert verb

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to change one’s religion or system of beliefs

My dad converted to Judaism when he married my mom.

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culprit (40)
cul·prit noun

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a person who has done a crime

I’m sure my dog is the culprit responsible for chewing my new shoes.

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formidable (44)

for·mi·da·ble adjective

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causing fear or dread; intimidating

The sharp teeth and claws of the beast appeared formidable to the hunters.

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husky (48)

husk·y adjective

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strong, muscular body-type

Rex worked hard in the gym to develop his husky body.