Uncle Wiggily in Connecticut — Vocabulary
J. D. Salinger
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languidslow, unhurried No urging could increase his languid pace.more Show sample from book In her stocking feet, she walked steadily, almost languidly, toward the phone. languid → languidly:slow and unhurried Show general definition lacking energy or relaxed or moving slowly
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bondconnection They've had a close bond since childhood.more Show sample from book They had an even stronger bond between them; neither of them had graduated. close connection Show general definition for bond (as in: a close bond) a close connection; or to form such a connection; or something that holds things together (creates a connection)
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HitlerGerman Nazi dictator during World War II who murdered millions of Jews and others who were not of the Aryan race Hitler killed disabled children as his first action of "racial hygiene." He pretended to end the program when the public protested.more Show sample from book Her own horse, and the groom they had, used to be Hitler's own private riding master or something. Show general definition for Hitler (as in: Adolf Hitler) German Nazi dictator during World War II; murdered millions of Jews and others who were not of the Aryan race (1889-1945)
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ambiguousunclear because it could be interpreted in different ways The detective found the suspect’s statement ambiguous, unsure whether it was a confession or a denial.more Show sample from book Eloise said, "Merritt Parkway, baby," and reminded Mary Jane that she had found the house twice before, but Mary Jane just wailed something ambiguous, something about her box of Kleenex, and rushed back to her convertible.† unclear -- because there could be two or more interpretations Show general definition unclear -- because there could be two or more interpretations
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cordialfriendly The countries share a long border and have cordial relations.more Show sample from book Mary Jane leaned forward cordially. cordial → cordially:in a friendly way Show general definition for cordial (as in: a cordial reception) friendly -- usually warm and heartfelt, but possibly only polite
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monograma design based on the initials of a name She ordered a sleek phone case with her initials in a fancy monogram.more Show sample from book If Lew's mother ever dies—ha, ha—she'll probably leave me some old monogrammed icepick or something. monogram → monogrammed:with a design that includes initials, such as the initials of a name or just the first letter of the last name Show general definition a design based on alphabetic letters (usually a person's initials) -- often printed on stationery or embroidered (made with sewing stiches) on clothing
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herniaa rupture in smooth muscle tissue through which a bodily structure protrudes -- most commonly in men with an intestine protruding in the groin area It was a routine hernia operation.more Show sample from book She asked Eloise, "Just exactly what is a hernia, anyway?"1 more Show general definition a rupture in smooth muscle tissue through which a bodily structure protrudes -- most commonly in men with an intestine protruding in the groin area
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myopicnear-sighted (unable to see distant objects clearly) About one in five people in the world is myopic and it is thought to be impacted by genetic and environmental factors.more Show sample from book Ramona's eyes, behind thick, counter-myopia lenses, did not reflect even the smallest part of Mary Jane's enthusiasm. myopic → myopia:an inability to see distant objects clearly Show general definition unable to see distant objects clearly or (figuratively): not thinking or understanding beyond immediate effect to future or broader effect
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Jane Austenstill popular English novelist who used wit and irony to critique social norms (1775-1817) Jane Austen's works include Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, and Emma.more Show sample from book He told me he loved Jane Austen. Show general definition still popular English novelist who used wit and irony to critique social norms (1775-1817)
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positivecertain I'm positive I've seen her before.more Show sample from book This is positively the last one for me! positive → positively:with certainty Show general definition for positive (as in: I'm absolutely positive!) certain (having no doubt; or used for emphasis)