The Giver

a rousing or uplifting song identified with a particular group, body, or cause

anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen

a natural ability to do something

make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense

having been made greater in size or value

turn away (one's eyes or thoughts)

gentle or kind

cause (someone) to become perplexed and confused

complete disorder and confusion

reprimand severely

a state of confused and noisy disturbance

clearly visible and obvious

the action or process of transporting someone or something from one place to another

a progressive increase in force or intensity

coat or smear (a surface) with a thick or sticky substance in a carelessly rough or liberal way

openly resistant or disobedient

skillfully

a person's inherent qualities of mind and character

deeply upset and agitated

make a continuous low humming sound

a house, apartment, or other place of residence

intensely painful

expert skill or knowledge in a particular field

filled with or characterized by a lively energy and excitement

moving toward or attracted to a place, person, or thing

force to be accepted or put in place

avoidance of activity or exertion; laziness

a violation or infringement of a law, agreement, or set of rules.

the capacity to gain an accurate and deep intuitive understanding of a person or thing

in every case or on every occasion; always

happening in the opposite way to what is expected

having or expressing a lively, cheerful, and self-confident manner

a lack of energy and enthusiasm

taking self-indulgent delight

showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise

causing or showing a fondness for causing trouble in a playful way

(esp. of an emotion) very strong

able to be touched or felt

widespread respect and admiration felt for someone or something

very great or intense

causing annoyance, anger, or another strong reaction

harsh-sounding and unpleasant; grating

the action or faculty of remembering something

oppressively constant; incessant

deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed

cancel or postpone the punishment of

taking effect from a date in the past

a religious or solemn ceremony

expressing sorrow or regret

calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil

comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness:

arranged (data) in tabular form

an act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; an offense

keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties

a small thin or twisted bunch, piece, or amount of something

using or expressing dry, esp. mocking, humor