Catcher in the Rye Vocab Definitions

Vocab for catcher in the rye. 50 words.

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Ostracize- v
To exclude from a society or group
Falsetto- n
A method of voice production used by male singers, esp. tenors, to sing notes higher than their normal range
Compulsory- a
Required by law or a rule; obligatory
Pacifist- n
One who is opposed to the use of force under any circumstances
Lavish- a
Extravagant, elaborate, or luxurious
Halitosis n
Unpleasant-smelling breath
Unscrupulous a.
Without moral principles
Conscientious a.
Diligent and thorough in carrying out one's work or duty
Verification v.
make sure or demonstrate that (something) is true, accurate, or justified
Nonchalance n.
Indifference, a showing of little interest
Chateau n.
A large french country house or estate
Incognito adj and adv
Having ones true identity concealed' in disguise
Spendthrift n
A person who spends money in an extravagant, irresponsible way
Clique n
A small group of people who spend time together and do not readily allow others to join them
Bourgeouis a.
Characteristic of a person whose beliefs, attitudes and practices are conventionally middle-class