Tale of Despereaux Vocabulary

litter

• group of young animals born to an animal at one time

• part of a play on stage

speculation

• forming a theory without firm evidence

• a sign of evil

scurrying

• to find something of value

• move fast with quick steps

perfidy

• deliberate breach of faith or trust

• to defend another during an arguement

egregious

• to owe someone money

• outstandingly bad, shocking

renounce

• formally declare abandonment of one's claim:

  to reject

• to show interest in higher education

repent

• to show deep affection for

• feel or express regret or remorse of one's actions

adhere

• to threaten or warn

• follow, to stick to

conform

• behave, act in accord with social norms in a group

• to find enjoyment in quiet moments

fervent

• to apply knowledge to a certain situation

• having or showing great enthusiasm