Anne Frank Book Review

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Rechellyn U. Cruz Ms. Janel Malinao

I. Vocabulary

1. Albeit (adverb) - be it; although

She secretly escaped outside their house albeit she was told she was grounded.

2. Capitulation (noun) - the act of surrendering or yielding; the terms of surrender

The government's capitulation about the Reproductive Health Bill brought serenity to the Church.

3. Scrounge (verb) - to borrow (a small amount or item) with no intention of repaying or returning it

Beware of conceited beggars. They may look decent but they scrounge around for food.

4. Ardent (adjective) - burning; fiery; hot

There was an awkward moment of silence as they exchange ardent stares toward each other.

5. Blithe (adjective) - joyous, merry, or gay in disposition; glad; cheerful

Many teachers admire her for having a blithe spirit even if most of her classmates does not seem to understand her.

6. Somber (adjective) - dark or dull; oppressively solemn; gloomy

Steven's somber mood was intensified by the cold, rainy night.

7. Peculiar (adjective) - strange; queer; odd

Standing in front of the house where she resided five years ago gave her a peculiar feeling.

8. Ludicrous (adjective) - absurd; ridiculous

It is really offending to shout a ludicrous joke while everyone is busy talking about a serious matter.

9. Lenient (adjective) - merciful or tolerant

Even though he is acknowledged as a lenient professor, Mr. Cruz don't give high grades to undeserving students.

10. Bickering (verb) - argue about petty and trivial matters

Bickering over the same issues will just waste our precious time.

11. Prude (noun) - a person who is easily shocked by matters relating to sex or nudity

She grew in the province so it is reasonable for her to be called as a prude.

12. Vile (adjective) - extremely unpleasant; morally bad; wicked

Everyone just needs to wait for soon he will be revealed for the truly...