Vocabulary – Alexander Stephens
Secession
Premature
Adamant
Exhausting
Quarrelling
Dominant
Patriotism
Staunchly
Misgivings
Glossary
Secession: noun; the withdrawal from the Union of 11 Southern States in 1860-1861 that led to the formation of the Confederacy and the beginning of the Civil War
Premature: adjective; happening too soon. occurring, existing, or developing earlier than is expected, normal, or advisable
Dominant: adjective; more important, effective, or prominent than others. in control or command over others
Staunchly: adjective; to support something with loyalty, dependability, and enthusiasm
Adamant: adjective; very determined and not influenced by appeals to reconsider a position or decision
Exhausting: verb; to try out or consider every one of a number of possibilities Patriotism: noun; supporting or defending one’s country and its way of life
Misgivings: noun; feelings of doubt or apprehension, especially about undertaking a course of action
Quarrelling: verb; to dispute or disagree with something such as a decision. to engage in an argument with another person