Vocabulary Weeks 1 & 2

2. a description of a state in which fear, grief or anxiety prevents someone from taking action or moving forward.
8. the condition of life returning to what is considered ordinary or familiar.
9. to be filled with bitter, cruel or highly critical language.
10. to remain loyal, determined or unwavering despite challenges.
11. to be in a state of severe mental/emotional suffering.
12. showing little or no growth, movement or progress.

1. the feeling of becoming disconnected from one's emotions, memories or surroundings, often as a response to trauma.
3. a repetitive routine or lack of variety that becomes dull or emotionally draining.
4. the way an author chooses to tell a story, including the perspective, voice and structure.
5. to be being easily affected or influenced by something.
6. a literary technique in which the weather or natural environment reflects a character's emotions.
7. the everyday language or style of speech commonly used by ordinary people in a particular place or community.