OMM vocab ch 5 and 6

(n) something similar to or suggestive of an animal’s claw

(adj.) showing a brooding ill humor or silent resentment

(v) to twist, as in pain, struggle, or embarrassment

(v) to remain in an uncertain state; waver

(adj.) sullenly aloof or withdrawn; gloomy; dismal

(adj.) lacking strength or vigor; feeble; lacking conviction, boldness, or courage; timid

(n) a strong, abrupt rush of wind.

(adj.) sounded or spoken in an unvarying tone; lacking in variety

(n) special forcefulness of expression that gives importance to something singled out; stress

(adj.) skillful in underhand or evil schemes; cunning; deceitful; sly