THUG Vocab Ch 11-15

Retaliation means:

• An act of kindness after being wronged

• An action taken in return for an injury or offense

• The process of making a decision

• A peaceful resolution to a conflict

Authority is:

• The ability to sing or dance well

• The power or right to give orders or make decisions

• A deep understanding of a subject

• The act of persuading someone

A concoction is:

• A carefully measured scientific equation

• A mixture of various ingredients to create something new

• A method for solving a problem

• A disagreement between two people

A hypocrite is someone who:

• Always tells the truth

• Says one thing but does another

• Is known for being honest and fair

• Constantly looks for ways to improve

If someone acts impulsively, they:

• Think carefully before making a decision

• Act without taking precautions

• Always plan things ahead of time

• Follow instructions exactly

Something that is deliberate is:

• Done carefully and intentionally

• A result of an accident

• Random and unpredictable

• Unimportant or insignificant

A notorious person is:

• Famous for good deeds

• Known widely, often for something bad

• Someone who prefers to stay unnoticed

• Well-respected in their community

To insinuate something means to:

• Say something directly and clearly

• Strongly deny an accusation

• Suggest or hint at something indirectly

• Make a formal announcement

If someone rationalizes their actions, they:

• Make excuses or explain them logically

• Ignore the consequences

• Apologize and change their behavior

• Act without thinking

To amplify something means to:

• Make it smaller or less noticeable

• Increase its size, volume, or importance

• Remove it completely

• Keep it at the same level