Vocabulary from Just Mercy Chapters 1-10

This set of flashcards encompasses key vocabulary terms from Just Mercy Chapters 1-10 along with their definitions, helping students reinforce their understanding and prepare for exams.

What does 'esoteric' mean?

Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest.

Define 'charisma'.

Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.

What state does 'ambivalence' refer to?

The state of having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.

What does 'brusque' describe?

Abrupt or offhand in speech or manner.

What is the meaning of 'precocious'?

Having developed certain abilities or proclivities at an earlier age than usual.

What does 'latitude' imply?

Scope for freedom of action or thought.

What is 'unconscionable'?

Not right or reasonable.

Define 'amalgamation'.

The action, process, or result of combining or uniting.

What is a 'recantation'?

A statement that one no longer holds a particular opinion or belief; a retraction.

What does 'implicated' mean?

Show (someone) to be involved in a crime.

What does 'curtailed' mean?

Reduce in extent or quantity; impose a restriction on.

Define 'clemency'.

Mercy; lenience.

What is meant by 'culpability'?

Responsibility for a fault or wrong; blame.

What does 'indigent' refer to?

Poor; needy.

What is 'detritus'?

Waste or debris of any kind.

What does 'parlance' mean?

A particular way of speaking or using words, especially a way common to those with a particular job or interest.

What is 'impunity'?

Exemption from punishment.

Define 'adjudicated'.

Make a formal judgment or decision about a problem or disputed matter.

What does 'dissuade' mean?

Persuade (someone) not to take a particular course of action.

What is an 'egregious' act?

Outstandingly bad; shocking.

What does 'arcane' mean?

Understood by few; mysterious or secret.

What is 'disquieting'?

Inducing feelings of anxiety or worry.

Define 'acculturate'.

Assimilate or cause to assimilate a different culture, typically the dominant one.

What does 'adept' describe?

Very skilled or proficient at something.

What does 'contentious' imply?

Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.

What is 'palpably'?

Noticeably or clearly; in a way that is able to be touched or felt.

Define 'heinous'.

Utterly odious or wicked.

What does 'riveting' mean?

Completely engrossing; compelling.

What is 'recidivism'?

The tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend.

What does 'malingering' refer to?

Exaggerate or feign illness in order to escape duty or work.

What does 'inexorably' imply?

In a way that is impossible to stop or prevent.

Define 'expedited'.

Make happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly.

What does 'demonstrably' mean?

In a way that is clearly apparent or capable of being logically proved.

What is a 'throng'?

A large, densely packed crowd of people or animals.

What does 'lauded' mean?

Highly praised or admired.

What is a 'demurral'?

Act of raising doubts or objections to show reluctance.

Define 'sequestration'.

The action of taking legal possession of assets until a debt has been paid or other claims have been met.

What is a 'horde'?

A loosely knit small social group typically consisting of about five families.

What does 'ostensibly' imply?

Apparently or purportedly, but perhaps not actually.

What is meant by 'pervasive'?

Spreading widely throughout an area or a group of people.

Define 'onerous'.

Involving an amount of effort and difficulty that is oppressively burdensome.

What does 'latent' refer to?

Existing but not yet developed or manifest; hidden or concealed.

What is 'meritorious'?

Deserving reward or praise.

What does 'affluent' mean?

Having a great deal of money; wealthy.

What does 'lamented' mean?

Mourn.

What is a 'paltry' amount?

Small or meager.

What does 'feisty' describe?

Lively, determined, and courageous.

Define 'terse'.

Sparing in the use of words; abrupt.

What does 'opulent' mean?

Rich and superior in quality.

Define 'constant'.

Steadfast in purpose or devotion or affection.

What does 'divest' mean?

Deprive of status or authority.

What is 'folly'?

Foolish or senseless behavior.

What does 'beseech' mean?

Ask for or request earnestly.

Define 'appertain'.

Be a part or attribute of.

What does 'beget' refer to?

Have children.

What is 'propinquity'?

The property of being close together.

Define 'preeminence'.

High status importance owing to marked superiority.

What does 'choleric' mean?

Easily moved to anger.

What is 'glib'?

Artfully persuasive in speech.

What does 'discord' refer to?

Strife resulting from a lack of agreement.

Define 'machination'.

A crafty and involved plot to achieve your ends.

What does 'allay' mean?

Lessen the intensity of or calm.

What is meant by 'upbraid'?

Express criticism towards.

Define 'pare'.

Remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size.

What does 'auspicious' imply?

Indicating favorable circumstances and good luck.

What is 'manifold'?

Many and varied; having many features or forms.

What describes a 'dullard'?

A person who is not very bright or interesting.

What does 'sojourn' mean?

Spend a certain length of time; reside temporarily.

What is meant by 'disclaim'?

Renounce a legal claim or title to.

Define 'knave'.

A deceitful and unreliable scoundrel.

What is 'visage'?

The human face.

What does 'antipathy' mean?

A feeling of intense dislike.

Define 'verity'.

Conformity to reality or actuality.

What does 'pilfer' refer to?

Make off with belongings of others.

What is 'penury'?

A state of extreme poverty or destitution.

What does 'raiment' mean?

Especially fine or decorative clothing.

What does 'indiscretion' describe?

The trait of lacking good judgment or tact.

Define 'amity'.

A state of friendship and cordiality.

What is 'willful' behavior?

Habitually disposed to disobedience and opposition.

What does 'cleave' mean?

Separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument.

What is 'rotundity'?

The roundness of a 3-dimensional object.

Define 'servile'.

Relating to or involving enslaved people.

What does 'divulge' mean?

Make known to the public information previously kept secret.

What is a 'tempest'?

A strong storm with violent winds.

What does 'pendulous' mean?

Hanging loosely or bending downward.