Scorch Trials Chapters 1-5 Flashcards

Vocabulary Study Notes

• Cynicism: A mindset where one believes that outcomes are unlikely to be positive, leading to pessimistic views.
• Blissful: Describes a state of profound happiness and tranquility.
• Amnesia: A condition characterized by the inability to recall past experiences or information.
• Gnawing: The action of persistently grinding or wearing away with teeth, often used metaphorically for anxiety or discomfort.
• Oblivion: Refers to a complete state of being forgotten or unknown, often concerning people or events lost to memory.
• Viscous: Pertains to substances that are sticky, thick, or syrupy in consistency, affecting their flow.
• Festering: Indicates a state of decay or deterioration, often linked to infections or unresolved issues.
• Tremulous: Describes a quivering or shaking condition, typically stemming from fear, weakness, or anxiety.
• Apprehension: Encompasses feelings of fear or anxiety about possible future events or outcomes.
• Despair: A profound feeling of hopelessness where one sees no possible positive resolution.
• Telepathically: Involves the ability to send or receive thoughts or emotions without customary communication means, implying a psychic connection.
• Conciliatory: Actions or words intended to pacify others or alleviate anger and negativity, fostering harmony.
• Revulsion: An overwhelming feeling of disgust or repulsion, often experienced intensely.
• Torrential: Describes actions or events that occur in violent, rapid flows, akin to heavy rain or tumultuous currents.
• Perplexed: A state of complete confusion or puzzlement where clarity eludes understanding.
• Belligerence: An inherent tendency towards aggression or hostility, often associated with a confrontational attitude.