fahrenheit 451 vocab

feign

pretend to be affected by (a feeling, state, or injury)

imperceptibly

in a way that is so slight, gradual, or subtle as not to be perceived

odious

extremely unpleasant; repulsive

proclivity

a tendency to choose or do something regularly; an inclination or predisposition toward a particular thing

hone

1. refine or perfect (something) over a period of time 2. sharpen (a blade)

insidious

1. proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with harmful effects 2. treacherous; crafty

intuitive

using or based on what one feels to be true even without conscious reasoning; instinctive

subside

1. become less intense, violent, or severe 2. lapse into silence or inactivity

incessantly

without interruption; constantly

status quo

the existing state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues

warily

1. cautiously; carefully 2. in a way that shows a lack of trust; suspiciously