TKAM Vocab Chapter 16-21


  1. Acrimonious (Adjective): Bitter, angry, or harsh in manner, speech, or disposition.

  2. Corroborating (Verb): Confirming or providing additional evidence or support for a statement, theory, or belief.

  3. Countenance (Noun/Verb): (Noun) A person's facial expression or appearance; (Verb) To approve or tolerate.

  4. Frank (Adjective): Honest, direct, and straightforward in speech or behavior.

  5. Grudge (Noun/Verb): (Noun) A persistent feeling of ill will or resentment; (Verb) To harbor feelings of resentment or ill will.

  6. Gullet (Noun): The tube-shaped passage through which food passes from the mouth to the stomach; the esophagus.

  7. Lurched (Verb): Made a sudden, unsteady, and violent movement, often to one side or forward.

  8. Profane (Adjective/Verb): (Adjective) Showing disrespect or contempt for sacred things; (Verb) To treat something sacred with disrespect or irreverence.

  9. Scrutiny (Noun): Close and critical examination or inspection.

  10. Subpoena (Noun/Verb): (Noun) A legal document that commands an individual to appear in court as a witness or produce evidence; (Verb) To summon someone with a subpoena.

  11. Acquainted (Adjective): Familiar with or informed about something or someone.

  12. Brash (Adjective): Self-assertive in a rude, noisy, or overbearing way.

  13. Browbeating (Verb): Intimidating or bullying someone with stern and harsh words or behavior.

  14. Expunge (Verb): To erase, remove, or obliterate completely.

  15. Lavations (Noun): Ritual or ceremonial washing, often associated with religious practices.

  16. Pilgrimage (Noun): A journey or trip made to a sacred place for religious or spiritual reasons.

  17. Predicament (Noun): A difficult, unpleasant, or complicated situation.

  18. Proceedings (Noun): Official actions, activities, or events, often within a legal or formal context.

  19. Violation (Noun): The act of breaking or disregarding a law, rule, or agreement.

  20. Wrathfully (Adverb): In an angry or furious manner; with intense anger or rage.

  21. Acquit (Verb): To free or clear someone from a criminal charge, usually through a legal verdict of not guilty.

  22. Contraband (Noun/Adjective): (Noun) Goods that are illegally imported or exported; (Adjective) Prohibited by law.

  23. Corrupting (Verb): Causing someone to act immorally or unethically, often through the influence of money or power.

  24. Detachment (Noun): The state of being detached or disconnected; a group of people or things separated from a larger unit.

  25. Discreet (Adjective): Careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions to avoid causing offense or to maintain privacy.

  26. Indicated (Verb): Pointed out, suggested, or shown as a sign or evidence.

  27. Perpetually (Adverb): In a way that continues indefinitely or for an extended period of time.

  28. Temerity (Noun): Excessive confidence or boldness that is often considered reckless or foolish.

  29. Vengeance (Noun): The act of seeking revenge or inflicting punishment on someone in response to a perceived wrongdoing.

  30. Verdict (Noun): The formal decision or finding of a judge or jury in a legal case, typically determining guilt or innocence.