Tiffany "Into the Wild" Vocab

Unsullied

Describing something that is clean, untouched, or unspoiled, often relating to purity or integrity. (not spoiled, stained, or damaged)

Sonorous

Having a deep, rich, and full sound that is pleasing to hear. (producing a deep, full sound)

Meandered

To wander or follow a winding course, often without a fixed direction. (wandered without a clear direction)

Trough

A long, narrow container, often used for holding water or feed for animals. It can also refer to a low point in a surface. (the lowest point)

Permafrost

A layer of permanently frozen subsoil found in polar regions, which affects the growth of vegetation and the stability of structures. (permanently frozen ground)

Derelict

Describes something that is abandoned or in a state of disrepair, often referring to buildings or property. (abandoned and in poor condition)

Anomaly

A deviation from the common rule, type, or form; an irregularity in the expected pattern. (something that differs from what is normal)

Environs

The surrounding area or environment, especially in relation to a particular place or region. (surrounding area)

Gnigmatic

Mysterious or difficult to understand; often used to describe a person or situation that is puzzling. (difficult to understand; mysterious)

itinerant

traveling from place to place

estranged

no longer close or connected

nomadic

moving from place to place without a permanent home

unencumbered

free from burdens or obstacles

emancipated

set free from legal or social restrictions

intermittent

occurring at irregular intervals; not continuous

emasculated

deprived of strength, power, or confidence

indolently

in a lazy or idle manner

espoused

adopted or supported a belief, idea, or cause