The Giver Vocab 19 - 23

A helpful vocab set for the Giver Chapters 19 - 23

What is a receptacle?

A container that is used to put or keep things in. Example: He turned aside and dropped the syringe into a waste receptacle.

What does emphatically mean?

In a forceful manner; with emphasis. Example: Jonas shook his head emphatically.

What is an undertaking?

Any piece of work that is attempted. Example: His responsibilities extended over all the surrounding areas; this would not be an unusual undertaking.

What is solace?

Comfort offered to one who is disappointed or miserable. Example: They faced a situation without solace or wisdom.

What does stealthily mean?

In a manner marked by quiet and caution and secrecy. Example: He moved stealthily and silently, staying in the shadows.

What is understatement?

Something said in a restrained way for ironic contrast. Example: Father described the situation as an understatement.

Who is a fugitive?

Someone who is sought by law officers. Example: The fugitives slept through the first dangerous day.

What does augmented mean?

Added to or made greater in amount or number or strength. Example: The careful division of food was augmented by what he could find.

What does vigilant mean?

Carefully observant or attentive. Example: He was constantly vigilant for the next nearest hiding place.

What does relentless mean?

Never-ceasing. Example: His most relentless fear was that they would starve.

What does tantalizing mean?

Arousing desire or expectation for something unattainable. Example: He managed to recreate tantalizing fragments of meals.

What does obscure mean?

Make unclear or less visible. Example: The rapidly deepening snow obscured the narrow road.

What does imperceptibly mean?

In a manner that is difficult to discern. Example: His front wheel moved forward imperceptibly.

What is lethargy?

Weakness characterized by a lack of vitality or energy. Example: Warming himself had shaken away the lethargy.

What is an incision?

A depression scratched or carved into a surface. Example: The runners sliced through an incision that led to their destination.