Boy in the Striped Pajamas Vocabulary Ch 1-4

Speak or act in opposition to “He countered with some very persuasive arguments” Counter (V)

accept as inevitable “He resigned himself to his fate” Resign (V)

utter with a spitting sound, as if in a rage “I don’t mean to…” Todd spluttered, his face contorted with disbelief. Splutter (V)

steadfast in allegiance or duty “loyal friends stood by him” Loyal (V)

marked by casual disrespect ” When the insolent young man yelled my name, I ignored him and walked towards my car.” Insolent (adj)

providing no shelter or sustenance “the desolate surface of the moon” Desolate (adj.)

being effective without wasting time or effort or expense “an efficient production manager” “efficient engines save gas” Efficient (adj)

a railing at the side of a staircase or balcony to prevent people from falling With her large bag in her hands she slid gracefully up the banisters, and arrived at the landing at the same time as Mrs. Banks. Banister (n)

ring or echo with sound He left the house, slamming the door so hard the hallway reverberated with the sound.. Reverberated (V)