The Lying Life of Adults Glossary

by Elena Ferrante

The Lying Life of Adults Glossary

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Unwitting

Unaware, ignorant

Umbrage

Annoyance, offence

Serrated

Jagged edge

Debris

Litter, waste

Pristine

Flawless, clean

Vapid

Colourless, boring

Oscillation

Vibration, swinging

Unilateral

Independent

Petulant

Moody, irritable

Requisite

Needful, necessary

Propelled

Thrusted, projected

Indolent

Lifeless, dull

Retrospective

Backdated

Tenacious

Strong, tight

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