Lives of Girls and Women Glossary

Lives of Girls and Women Glossary

Seized

to take something in a forcible way

Tyrannical

oppressive and controlling

Tender

showing gentleness and affection

Unfathomable

incomprehensible

Pride

feeling pleasure from one’s own achievements

Self-containment

to keep things to oneself

Submissive

obedient

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