F2F Class Notes (Nemo)

Vocabulary

deformity (n): 1-the quality or state of being deformed, disfigured, or misshapen. 2-an abnormally formed part of the body.Deformity is focused in particular on physical deform
E.g.: A disease causing deformity of the spine.
Disability (n): 1– a physical, mental, cognitive, or developmental condition that impairs, interferes with, or limits a person’s ability to engage in certain tasks or actions or participate in typical daily activities and interactions.Disability is broader term than deformity.
E.g.: Disabilities such as blindness and deafness
congenital (adj): 1-existing at or dating from birth. 2- being born with.
E.g.:The irregularity in my backbone is probably congenital.

hair-rising (adj): 1- causing terror, excitement, or astonishment
E.g.: Hair-rising story.

arrogance (n): 1-a sense of one’s own importance that shows itself in a proud and insulting way.
E.g.: Her arrogance has earned her a lot of enemies.

take the initiative-energy or aptitude displayed in initiation of action

I thought that our feelings are mutual