Anthem Chapter 1-4 Vocab

Collectivism (N)

the practice or principle of giving a group priority over each individual in it

Transgression (N)

an act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; an offense

Dais (N)

a raised platform for public speaking

Vocation (N)

a person's employment or main occupation

Mandate (N)

an authoritative order or command

Convulsion (N)

rapid, involuntary muscle contractions that cause uncontrollable shaking and limb movement. They are common during seizures.

Cesspool (N)

an underground container for the temporary storage of liquid waste and sewage; a disgusting or corrupt place.

Conformity (N)

compliance with standards, rules, or laws; behavior in accordance with socially accepted conventions or standards

Taut (ADJ)

stretched or pulled tight

Lassitude (N)

a state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy

Tunic (N)

a loose garment, typically sleeveless and reaching to the wearer's knees, as worn in ancient Greece and Rome

Brigade (N)

a subdivision or an army; an organization with specific purpose

Scores (N)

a large amount or number of something

Falter (V)

start to lose strength or momentum

Brine (N)

a strong solution of salt and water

Tarried (V)

delayed in coming or going; lingered

Submission (N)

the act of yielding to the authority of another

Abyss (N)

a deep and vast space; anything profound or infinite

Infamy (N)

the state of being well known for some bad quality or deed

Decreed (V)

ordered by law

Boon (N)

a thing that is helpful or beneficial

Vainly (Adverb)

in a way that produces no result; to no avail

Seize (V)

to take hold of suddenly or forcibly