Born A Crime - 2nd vocab list

Affinity

A natural liking or attraction for someone or something; a close connection or relationship.

Trappings

The outward signs, features, or objects associated with a particular role, status, or lifestyle.

Fathom (Verb)

To understand something deeply or to measure the depth of water.

Fathom (Noun)

A unit of measurement for depth (about six feet).

Taint

A trace of something bad, undesirable, or harmful; to contaminate or corrupt.

Denounce

To publicly declare something or someone as wrong, evil, or unacceptable.

Limbo

A state of uncertainty, neglect, or being in between two conditions.

Barrage

A concentrated and continuous outpouring of something (e.g., words, criticism, or gunfire).

Gradient

A rate of incline or slope; a gradual change in degree, intensity, or variation.

Microcosm

A small-scale version of something larger, representing its qualities or characteristics.

Constituent

A component or part of a whole; a person represented by an elected official.

Seamless

Smooth and continuous, without apparent gaps or interruptions.

Affliction

A state of pain, suffering, or distress, often caused by illness or hardship.

Gangly

Tall, thin, and awkward in movement or posture.

Fringe

The outer or marginal part of something; a decorative border; a group with unconventional views.

Intermittently

Occurring at irregular intervals; not continuously or steadily.

Reprisal

An act of retaliation, especially in response to an injury or wrongdoing.

Trellis

A framework of lattice used to support climbing plants.

Scrimp

To be frugal or stingy, often by saving money in a very strict or excessive way.

Inept

Lacking skill, ability, or competence in a particular task.

Transpire

To happen or take place; to become known or revealed.