Kite Runner Vocab Chapters 6-13

Specter

a ghost or illusion

Abhor

to regard with disgust or hatred

Austere

having no comforts or luxuries

Morose

gloomy or ill-tempered

Sallow

unhealthy complexion usually yellowish in color

Chasm

a deep fissure or crack in the earth, rock or a different surface

Periphery

the outer limits or edge of an area

Precipitous

Dangerously steep

Comrade

A companion who shares the same activities or organization; refers to Russian Soviet military

Dissertation

A long essay on a particular topic, usually for a graduate purpose

Unkempt

having an messy or disheveled appearance

Cherub

winged angelic being

Fickle

changing frequently one’s views, loyalties, opinions

Insinuation

An unpleasant hint or suggestion

Adversary

An opponent 

Dapple

Marked with spots; to try a few different things

Fawn

An exaggerated display of affection

Ominous

A feeling or impression that something bad is going to happen

Reticent

Not revealing one’s thoughts or feelings easily

Demeanor

Outward behavior or mood

Query

A question, usually to an official organization or for official purposes