Dystopia Vocab 4

impediment

noun- a hindrance or obstruction in doing something.

calibrate

verb- to make fine adjustments or divide into marked intervals for optimal measuring;

consternation

noun- feelings of anxiety or dismay, typically at something unexpected

cower

verb- to crouch or shrink away from in fear or shame

hindrance

noun- a thing that provides resistance, delay, or obstruction to something or someone.

interminably

adverb—having no limits; endless.

petulant

adjective: easily irritated or annoyed

perfunctory

adjective- done routinely and with little interest or care

boisterous

adjective- rough and noisy in a cheerful way; high-spirited

duly

adverb- in accordance with what is required or appropriate; following proper procedure or arrangement.