Johnny Got His Gun Glossary

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adversary

contestant or enemy

anathema

a feeling of dislike

benefactor

someone who pays money to help others

cognizant

conscious of something

disavow

disclaim or deny support for someone

exodus

the departure of a group (people, animals) from somewhere

fortitude

moral strength

impetuous

forceful or vigorous

incite

provoke or encourage

insinuation

an indirect (often negative) reference

pacifist

peace-lover or war-hater

paralysis

loss of muscle function

pastoral

associated with country life

revere

to feel love and admiration

righteousness

belief in the justice of one's ideas or actions

sullen

in a depressed mood

suppress

put an end to something

tranquil

relaxing or soothing; characterized by peace

vigor

strength, stamina or fitness

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