FEVER 1793 - Vocabulary chapters 9-12

fractious

(typically of children) irritable and quarrelsome

immodest

showing too much of the body, or not being clothed appropriately for the company present

sparingly

in a restricted or infrequent manner, in small quantities

taut

stretched or pulled tight

lancet

a small, broad two-edged surgical knife or blade with a sharp point

peril

serious and immediate danger

cajoling

to persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance

valise

a suitcase for carrying clothing for travel

lark

something done for run, especially something mischievous or daring; an amusing adventure or escapade

lurched

make an abrupt, unsteady, uncontrolled movement or series of movements

recuperate

to recover from an illness or exertion

withered

(usually of a plant) dry and shriveled; wrinkled and lacking moisture or resiliency

skirmish

an episode of irregular or unpremeditated fighting, especially between small or outlying parts of armies or fleets