The Old Man and the Sea Vocab 1-9

gaunt

lean and haggard, especially because of suffering, hunger, or age

benevolent

kind; considerate

furled

neatly & securely rolled up

thwart

to prevent (someone) from accomplishing something

bodega

a small grocery store, especially one in a Hispanic area

ineffectual

producing no effect or result; does not work

venerable

to be admired and respected

imperceptible

something that is barely known, noticed, or perceived

coagulated

to change from a liquid state to a thickened state ie. blood clotting, milk curdling

burnished

a smooth, shiny surface (ie. the skin of a marlin) or metal that has been polished

sustenance

nourishment

perils

dangers/risks

merits

valuable qualities

ceding

surrendering/yielding

placid

peaceful, calm

resolution

unwavering determination and steadfastness

mutilated

severely damaged and disfigured

proprietor

owner