The Short Fiction of Akutagawa Glossary

The Short Fiction of Akutagawa Glossary

apprentice

Someone who is eager to work and develop skills with a master

brandish

to throw or wave something because one is excited or frightened

zealously

vigorously or fiercely

diligently

Someone who puts a lot of effort into doing something and does it with care

Kimono

Japanese traditional clothing which resembles a robe

concoction

a mix of several ingredients

heaved a sigh of relief

When you feel relieved right after you felt anxious or have been in a stressful situation

manhandle

push or pull

proffer

To suggest or offer something

sneer

a cruel or mirthless smile that makes you discouraged

crummy

very old and dirty, bad-looking

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