Refugee Chapters 25-30 Vocabulary

Whimper to make a low whining plaintive or broken sound Betrayed to be unfaithful to betray a friend betrayed our trust Chorus a part of a song that is repeated after each verse, typically by more than one singer Surging move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward Respite A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant. Flailed Wave or swing wildly Dread Anticipate with great apprehension or fear Commotion Violent or tumultuous motion, noisy disturbance Horizon The line at which the earth's surface and the sky appear to meet. Parched Dried out with heat. Exhaustion A state of extreme physical or mental fatigue. Spluttering Making or characterized by explosive spitting or choking noises.