1. Bystander Vocab 2

2. Reluctant-adjective Showing doubt or unwillingness
Ivy was reluctant to trying new vegetables.

3. Vacate- verb
To leave
We had to vacate our house after we sold it.

4. Genuine- adjective Real, honest, or sincere
Bill welcomed the new student with a genuine smile

5. Retort- noun A quick clever or angry reply
Ellie's angry retort surprised Max.

6. Vague- adjective Not clearly expressed
Bob was lost following the vague directions

7. Nonetheless –adverb in spite of
The hike was difficult, but fun nonetheless.

8. Constructive- adjective
Helping to improve something
While giving a peer edit it is important to give constructive feedback

9. Hysterical- adjective
showing extreme and uncontrolled emotion
The class was filled with hysterical laughing after Dan’s knock knock joke

10. Spontaneous- adjective
Done freely or naturally
Sasha took a spontaneous jump across the beach

11. Essence- noun The basic part of something
The book's illustrations capture the essence of the story