I Have Lived a Thousand Years Vocab

menacing

• suggests danger or a threat.

• indicates happiness or joy.

• implies safety and security.

• denotes a friendly demeanor.

devastating

• highly destructive or damaging

• causing mild discomfort

• bringing joy and happiness

• having no significant impact

apprehension

• is the fear or anxiety that something bad will happen.

• is a feeling of excitement about something good that will happen.

• is a state of calmness and relaxation.

• is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

occupation

• A period of time when a country is at peace.

• The act of taking control of another country or area, usually following a conflict or military victory.

• A type of job or profession.

• A method of transportation used in military operations.

casualties

• The people who are hurt, injured, or killed, especially during a war, accident, or disaster.

• A type of medical treatment for injuries.

• A term used to describe a celebration or event.

• Individuals who are responsible for causing harm.

liberation

• the process of gaining freedom from control, oppression, or restriction.

• a state of being confined or restricted.

• the act of taking control over someone else's life.

• a method of enforcing rules and regulations.

commemorate

• to celebrate a birthday or anniversary

• to honor or remember a person, event, or achievement often through a ceremony, memorial, or special action.

• to forget or ignore a past event

• to criticize or condemn an action or event.

prevail

• to lose or fail

• to win, or to survive/ continue.

• to give up or surrender

• to ignore or overlook

endure

• to enjoy a pleasant experience

• to suffer through something difficult, unpleasant, or painful

• to avoid facing challenges

• to seek comfort in difficult times

resilient

• being able to recover quickly from difficulties or tough situations

• the ability to remain calm under pressure

• a state of being unyielding and inflexible

• the capacity to endure without change