A Raisin in the Sun Vocab List

Assimilationist

One who gives up their cultural identity to blend into the dominant group.

Bastion

A stronghold or defender of particular beliefs or values.

Doggedly

With persistent determination despite difficulty.

Indignantly

With anger caused by something unjust or insulting.

Furtively

Secretly, to avoid notice or attention.

Futile

Useless or ineffective; producing no result.

Permeate

To spread or flow throughout; to fill something entirely.

Stupor

A dazed or shocked state, often from stress or exhaustion.

Pretense

A false appearance meant to hide the truth.

Coquettishly

In a flirtatious, teasing manner.

Graft

Corruption or dishonest gain, especially in politics or business.

Beseech

To beg earnestly or urgently.

Ominous

Suggesting something bad is likely to happen.

Plaintively

In a sad, sorrowful, or mournful tone.

Rebuff

To reject or snub abruptly.

Raucous

Loud, harsh, and disorderly.

Defer

To yield or submit to another's opinion or authority.

Fester

To worsen or grow resentful over time.

Renaissance

A rebirth or revival of energy, culture, or spirit.

Raptly

With complete, absorbed attention.