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What does 'melancholy' mean?
What does 'melancholy' mean?
- Excitement
- Sadness (correct)
- Anger
- Happiness
What does 'tolerantly' mean?
What does 'tolerantly' mean?
patiently
What are 'petticoats'?
What are 'petticoats'?
a woman's light, loose undergarment hanging from the shoulders or the waist, worn under a skirt or dress
What does 'rueful' mean?
What does 'rueful' mean?
What does 'strayed' mean?
What does 'strayed' mean?
What is a 'washstand'?
What is a 'washstand'?
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Vocabulary from Tuck Everlasting
- Melancholy: Describes a state of deep sadness, often reflecting a quiet, reflective sorrow.
- Tolerantly: Indicates a manner of being patient or accepting, showing the ability to endure difficult situations with composure.
- Petticoats: Refers to a type of women's undergarment, typically light and loose, that is worn under dresses or skirts, providing both comfort and shape.
- Rueful: Expresses a sense of sorrow or regret, often accompanied by a sense of irony or wistfulness about a missed opportunity or mistake.
- Strayed: Means to wander or deviate from the intended or expected path, often implying a loss of direction or purpose.
- Washstand: Denotes a type of furniture designed for personal hygiene, typically equipped with a basin for washing hands and face, common in historical contexts.
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