Of Mice and Men Vocab

Mottled

Gloomy or sullenly ill-tempered.

Recumbent

Arrogant and domineering.

Bindle

A bundle of belongings, typically carried by a hobo or itinerant worker.

Morose

Sullen, gloomy, or bad-tempered.

Imperious

Arrogant, commanding, or domineering.

Pugnacious

Aggressive, eager to fight.

Derogatory

Insulting or disrespectful, intended to belittle.

Plaintively

In a sorrowful or pleading tone.

Apprehensive

Anxious or fearful about the future.

Gravity

Seriousness or importance of a situation.

Raptly

Fully absorbed or fascinated by something.

Reprehensible

Deserving blame or punishment; morally wrong.

Bemused

Confused or lost in thought.

Complacent

Self-satisfied and unaware of potential danger.

Ominous

Threatening; giving the impression something bad is about to happen.

Aloof

Emotionally distant or uninvolved.

Disarming

Charming in a way that removes suspicion or hostility.

Contemptuous

Showing deep hatred or disapproval.

Indignation

Anger caused by something unfair or unjust.

Averted

Turned away (especially eyes or gaze).

Crestfallen

Sad and disappointed after something hopeful fails.

Jeering

Mocking or taunting in a cruel way.

Contorted

Twisted out of shape, especially from pain.

Bewildered

Very confused or puzzled.

Cringed

Shrank back in fear or discomfort.

Belligerent

Hostile and aggressive.

Monotonous

Lacking variety; dull and repetitive.

Earnest

Serious and sincere.

Writhe

To twist or squirm, usually in pain or struggle.

Juncture

A particular point in time, or a place where things meet.