Class 9 English Kaveri Book Word Meanings (Chapter Wise)

 

NCERT Class 9 English Kaveri book Chapter Wise difficult word meanings 

Here, the difficult words and their meanings of all the Chapters of CBSE Class 9 English Kaveri Book have been compiled for the convenience of the students. This is an exhaustive list of the difficult words and meanings of all the Chapters from the Kaveri Book for NCERT Class 9 English. The difficult words’ meanings have been explained in an easy language so that every student can understand them easily.

 

Prose 

• Chapter 1 – How I Taught My Grandmother to Read
• Chapter 2 – The Pot maker
• Chapter 3 – Winds of Change
• Chapter 4 – Vitamin M
• Chapter 5 – The World of Limitless Possibilities
• Chapter 6 – Twin Melodies
• Chapter 7 – Carrier of Words
• Chapter 8 – Follow That Dream

Poems

• Poem 1 – Bharat Our Land
• Poem 2 – Gifts of Grace: Honouring our Vocations
• Poem 3 – Canvas of Soil
• Poem 4 – I Cannot Remember My Mother
• Poem 5 – Nine Gold Medals
• Poem 6 – A Friend Found in Music
• Poem 7- Words
• Poem 8 – Believe in Yourself

Kaveri Book Prose

Chapter 1 – How I Taught My Grandmother to Read

Word Meanings

1. weekly: something that occurs or arrives once a week
2. post: a piece of writing, image, or other item of content
3. complex: complicated, difficult to understand
4. psychological: related to the emotional and mental state of the human mind
5. appreciate: praise
6. karmaveera:  a Kannada weekly family interest magazine
7. ardent: very enthusiastic or passionate
8. punya: hindi word for ‘holy deed’
9. identify: associate someone or something closely with; regard as having strong links with
10. protagonist: the main character or hero of the story
11. insist: request repeatedly
12. courtyard: an unroofed area that is completely or partially enclosed by walls or buildings
13. gather: come together
14. thoroughly: to a great extent
15. endlessly: in a manner that had no end
16. savouring: enjoying the taste or feel of something
17. terrace: a flat and open area situated near the building or at the top of a building
18. regret: feel sad, repentant, or disappointed over something that one has done or failed to do
19. considered: paid attention to
20. immensely: in a huge or immense amount
21. youngsters: young people
22. namaskara: a traditional Indian greeting or gesture of respect
23. flying colours: achieve a great amount of success in something

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Chapter 2 – The Pot maker

Word Meanings

1. accompany: go along with someone
2. pot maker: a person who makes pots from clay
3. weaver: a person who makes cloth by weaving
4. approached: went to someone for help or advice
5. expert: highly skilled person
6. amused: found something funny or entertaining
7. insistence: strong demand or determination
8. outgrow: leave behind as one grows older
9. passion: strong interest or love
10. craft: skill of making things by hand 
11. outgrow: to lose interest in something as one grows older
12. indifference: lack of interest in something
13. pittance: a small amount of money received as income
14. pounding: repeated beating
15. tedious: tiring
16. pounded: crushed or beaten repeatedly
17. lump: a shapeless mass
18. softened: made soft
19. deftly: skillfully and quickly
20. rotated: turned around
21. spatula: a flat tool used for shaping
22. fascination: great interest
23. emerging: coming out or appearing
24. shapeless: without any form
25. touch up: final finishing work
26. retain: keep or maintain
27. consistency: firmness or proper texture
28. kiln: a furnace used to bake clay pots
29. uniform: even and regular
30. tend: take care of
31. over firing: heating too much
32. under firing: heating too little
33. batch: a group of items made together
34. deftly: skillfully
35. spatula: tool used by a potter to shape a pot
36. tend: take care of
37. followed suit: did the same thing as somebody else has just done
38. malleable: able to be put into shape without breaking or cracking
39. riverbank: the land beside a river
40. dao: a sharp cutting tool (like a knife)
41. trough: a long container for soaking or holding things
42. stuffing: filling something tightly
43. proportion: correct amount or ratio
44. pound: beat or crush repeatedly
45. lump: a shapeless mass
46. shaping: giving form
47. frustration: feeling of failure or disappointment
48. transformed: changed completely
49. sessions: periods of practice or activity
50. dormitories: large rooms containing many beds as in a hostel
51. resolved: (here) determined
52. matured: grew up; became older
53. custom: traditional practice
54. dormitories: shared living rooms/buildings
55. supervised: looked after
56. widow: a woman whose husband has died
57. discord: disagreement or conflict
58. resolved: decided firmly
59. implements: tools
60. clumsy: awkward; not skillful
61. tense: nervous or anxious
62. yield: give or produce
63. shape: form
64. wearily: in a tired manner
65. misshapen: not properly shaped
66. fashioned: made or created
67. amazement: great surprise
68. confidence: belief in oneself
69. instructions: directions or guidance
70. admiring: looking with pride or pleasure
71. frustration: feeling of disappointment
72. shaping: giving form
73. wearily: tiredly
74. slackened: relaxed
75. observed: watched carefully
76. spatula: a flat tool used for shaping clay
77. slackened: slowed down
78. rhythm: regular pattern of movement
79. fashioning: shaping or forming
80. elongated: stretched or lengthened
81. rim: edge of the pot
82. shed: a small work building
83. batch: a number of items made together
84. reluctantly: unwillingly
85. coordination: working together smoothly
86. sprinter: a person who runs fast over short distances
87. momentum: force or speed gained while moving
88. dexterity: skill and quickness in using hands
89. tally: total count
90. exhausted: very tired
91. labour: hard work
92. threshold: entrance or doorway
93. common area: public place in the village
94. momentum: driving force
95. dexterity: skill
96. tally: a count of (pots)
97. threshold: entrance of a room
98. intuitively: based on feelings
99. momentous: of great significance
100. phenomenon: unusual incident
101. profound: powerful
102. revelation: a moment of realisation

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Chapter 3 – Winds of Change

Word Meanings

1. plumed: decorated with feathers
2. Evidence: proof
3. representation: something that can visually explain something
4. Deities: idols of Gods
5. substantial: sufficient large in size
6. commonality: common features
7. intricate: something which is finely detailed
8. Applique: ornamental needlework in which pieces of fabric are sewn or stuck on to a larger piece to form a picture or pattern
9. Antique: a collectable object such as a piece of furniture or work of art that has a high value because of its age and quality
10. Ornate: elaborately or highly decorated
11. encrusted: covered or decorated
12. Engraving: impression or etching
13. sola: a type of water grass
14. perpetually: constantly
15. adjoining: neighbouring
16. indigenous: native or local
17. embellished: decorated
18. dainty: small and attractive
19. recognised: known or famous
20. seams: lines where pieces are stitched together
21. industrious: hardworking
22. tirelessly: without getting tired
23. handicraft: handmade work
24. antiquity: the distant past
25. variations: different forms or types
26. adorned: decorated
27. zari: fine gold or silver thread used in embroidery
28. satin: smooth and shiny fabric
29. frills: decorative edges or trims
30. sturdy: strong and firm
31. recognised: known or famous
32. advent: arrival
33. tribes: groups of people with common culture and traditions
34. adopted: started using
35. handicraft: handmade art or work
36. embedded: fixed or inserted into something
37. cane: a type of plant used for making items
38. reserved: kept for special use
39. antique: old and valuable
40. geometrical patterns: designs using shapes like circles, squares, etc.
41. preserve: protect and maintain
42. essence: main quality or spirit
43. appreciating: valuing or admiring
44. artistry: creative skill
45. invokes: brings to mind
46. contemporary: modern-day
47. demonstrate: show or display
48. regain: get back
49. commercial platform: business opportunity

 

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Chapter 4 – Vitamin M

Word Meanings

1. hurriedly: quickly; in a rush
2. tablets: small pills or medicines
3. saucer: a small plate
4. invent: create something new
5. frail: weak and delicate
6. rocking chair: a chair that moves back and forth
7. inches: a small unit of length
8. doubt: feel uncertain
9. shuddered: trembled due to fear or unpleasant memory
10. admitted: taken into a hospital for treatment
11. absent-mindedly: without paying attention; forgetfully
12. double dose: taking medicine twice the required amount
13. anxious: worried or uneasy
14. insisted: demanded firmly
15. trace: a slight amount
16. firmness: strictness or seriousness
17. poky: small and cramped
18. forbid: to not allow
19. bustle: busy activity
20. longingly: with a feeling of deep desire or sadness
21. dusk: the time just before night
22. pottering: doing small, unimportant tasks
23. slipped: lost balance and fell
24. lain: rested or stayed in a position
25. lock up: close and secure a place
26. instructed: gave directions or orders
27. winced: showed an expression of embarrassment or discomfort
28. over-loud: too loud
29. tone: manner of speaking
30. anxious: worried
31. cunning: clever and skillful
32. opening move: the first move in a game like chess
33. historic: important in history 
34. wondered: thought with curiosity
35. set out: arrange or place properly
36. corner shop: a small shop nearby
37. immediately: at once; without delay
38. offered: volunteered to do something
39. tiresome: annoying or irritating
40. prisoner: someone not allowed to leave freely
41. suspicious: doubtful or mistrustful
42. guilty: feeling sorry for doing something wrong
43. loyally: faithfully; with support
44. craftily: cleverly, in a slightly tricky way
45. objection: disagreement or refusal
46. mahogany: a type of strong, dark wood
47. brass: a yellow metal
48. declared: said firmly
49. twirling: spinning or moving around lightly
50. jauntily: happily and confidently
51. dilemma: a situation where one has to choose between two difficult options
52. furious: very angry
53. secretly: without letting others know
54. disappearing: going out of sight
55. settled: sat comfortably
56. foolish: silly; feeling embarrassed
57. crouch: bend the body low
58. trimmed: cut into a neat shape
59. avoid: keep away from
60. shadow: dark shape formed when light is blocked
61. boomed: spoke in a loud, deep voice
62. shoo: drive away
63. threateningly: in a way that shows danger or warning
64. humiliation: feeling of shame or embarrassment
65. crawl: move on hands and knees
66. ducking: bending the head or body down
67. creeping: moving slowly and quietly
68. spotted: noticed or seen
69. vendors: people who sell goods
70. quizzical: confused or questioning
71. gathering: a group of people
72. accusing: blaming someone
73. megaphone: a device used to make one’s voice louder
74. surrounded: gathered around from all sides
75. conceded: accepted defeat
76. peering: looking carefully
77. forbidden: not allowed
78. tucked into: started eating eagerly
79. bothered: worried or uncomfortable
80. thudded: beat loudly (heart)
81. zigzagging: moving in a line with many turns
82. panic: sudden fear
83. screech: a sharp, loud sound (like brakes)
84. bald: having no hair
85. evicted: forced to leave
86. shriek: a loud, sharp cry
87. briskly: quickly
88. sprinting: running very fast
89. panting: breathing heavily
90. startled: suddenly surprised
91. stranger: unknown person
92. attire: clothing
93. rim: outer edge
94. grinned: smiled broadly
95. generous: kind and giving
96. frantic: very frightened or anxious
97. in charge of: responsible for
98. telephone booth: a public place to make phone calls
99. delight: great happiness
100. relief: feeling of comfort after worry
101. whirr: a soft continuous sound
102. knelt: went down on knees
103. wrinkled: having lines or folds on skin
104. creases: folds or lines
105. eucalyptus ointment: a medicinal cream with a strong smell
106. overcome: strongly affected
107. affection: love and care
108. grunted: made a low sound
109. coolly: calmly, without showing emotion
110. embarrassed: feeling awkward or ashamed
111. impatiently: with irritation
112. countered: replied or argued back
113. flushed: became red in the face
114. stricken: shocked or upset
115. darted: looked quickly
116. confused: unable to understand clearly
117. hardcover: a book with a hard cover
118. trailing: following someone secretly
119. solemnly: seriously
120. mischievous: playful in a slightly naughty way

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Chapter 5 – The World of Limitless Possibilities

Word Meanings

1. resilience: ability to recover quickly from difficult circumstances
2. locomotor: related to bones, joints, or muscles
3. quell: to overcome
4. indelible: enduring or permanent
5. squander: waste
6. remorse: regret
7. trailblazer: pioneer or leader
8. coveted: strongly desired by many
9. accolades: praise and honours
10. proponent: a person who speaks in support of a particular idea or action
11. fortitude: strength to face adversity or difficulty
12. testament: proof
13. preconceived notions: opinions about something even before knowing the truth
14. inclusivity: including everyone and their thoughts and treating them equally
15. advocating: supporting or suggesting an idea
16. unleashed: release of something powerful that cannot be controlled

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Chapter 6 – Twin Melodies

Word Meanings

1. fusion: combination of different styles
2. crescendo: gradually increasing sound
3. rack: a shelf for keeping things
4. stacked: piled up
5. wind up: finish
6. instruments: musical tools
7. distress: worry or sadness
8. crescendo: music gradually becoming louder
9. rehearsal: practice for a performance
10. sensation: someone very famous or popular
11. unaffected: not showing any reaction
12. startled: suddenly surprised or shocked
13. practises: practice sessions
14. desecration: disrespect or misuse of something sacred
15. Classical Hindustani music: traditional North Indian classical music
16. ragas: musical patterns in Indian classical music
17. sacred ragas and aalaaps: elements of Hindustani classical music
18. aalaaps: slow introductory part of a raga
19. artist of any worth: a truly valuable or respected artist
20. opinions: beliefs or views
21. desecration: disrespect towards something
22. sacred ragas and aalaaps: elements of Hindustani classical music
23. ragas and aalaaps: parts of Hindustani classical music
24. come round: change opinion and agree
25. bite the bullet: face a difficult situation bravely
26. spirit: positive attitude or courage
27. going to and fro: moving back and forth
28. seemingly: apparently
29. lost in thoughts: deeply thinking
30. abandon: leave or give up
31. mission: task or aim
32. upright: straight and formal
33. formal manner: serious and proper way
34. familiarity breeds contempt: too much exposure reduces respect
35. individual style: personal way of performing
36. hubbub: loud noise or confusion
37. orchestra: a group of musicians playing together
38. wise choice: a good decision
39. scheduled: planned
40. timidly: in a shy or fearful manner
41. fusion: mixture of different styles
42. musicality: understanding and sensitivity towards music
43. iterated: repeated again and again
44. consider: think carefully before deciding
45. mocking tone: a tone showing sarcasm or ridicule
46. phoo music: a dismissive way of referring to something as meaningless
47. gets up with a start: rises suddenly
48. knowledge: awareness or information
49. participate: take part
50. go down the drain: be wasted
51. hide: keep a secret
52. entering: coming in
53. finally: at last
54. practice: rehearsal for performance
55. right away: immediately
56. aside: words spoken to oneself
57. engrossed: deeply absorbed
58. evidently: clearly
59. furiously: with great energy
60. soulful: full of deep feeling
61. lose sight of: forget or ignore
62. raga: a pattern of notes in Indian classical music
63. excellence: very high quality
64. amazing: very impressive
65. result: outcome
66. successfully: in a good or effective way
67. giggle: laugh lightly
68. offer: give or provide
69. equipment: tools or instruments
70. regularly: again and again in a proper routine
71. mime: acting without speaking
72. issues: problems
73. glad: happy
74. support: encourage or approve
75. admit: accept something as true
76. opened my eyes: made me realize the truth
77. painstakingly: done with great care and effort
78. worked his fingers to the bone: work very hard
79. root: show support

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Chapter 7 – Carrier of Words

Word Meanings

1. sole: only
2. oases: plural form of oasis, fertile areas found in vast arid regions
3. hamlets: settlements
4. railhead: the point where the railway track starts or ends
5. ply: move
6. hefted: lifted
7. stipulate: specify
8. mojri: traditional footwear of Rajasthan
9. fury: wild and violent anger
10. devoid: to be lacking in something
11. operating: working
12. riverine: situated on river bank
13. inaccessible: unreachable
14. ambit: range
15. access: opportunity
16. remitted: sent as gift
17. scrap: remove
18. dwell: to stay on for sometime
19. threshold: entrance to a home
20. BSF: Border Security Force
21. dreads: fears
22. missive: letter
23. entail: involve
24. striding: walking with long steps

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Chapter 8 – Follow That Dream

Word Meanings

1. excerpt: a short part taken from a book or text
2. bond: close relationship
3. insight: clear and deep understanding
4. equipping: preparing someone
5. challenges: difficulties or problems
6. singularly: exclusively
7. by all means: certainly or definitely
8. pursue: continue trying to achieve something
9. differentiates: makes different
10. ordinary: normal or average
11. sacrifice: giving up something valuable for a goal
12. realise: achieve
13. world-class: of the highest quality in the world
14. intensively: with great effort and concentration
15. imperative: necessary
16. plunge: throw oneself into the activity
17. buoyed up: kept afloat
18. passion: strong interest or love for something
19. conviction: strong belief
20. realise: achieve
21. financial investments: money spent for a purpose
22. commit: dedicate oneself
23. uphill: difficult
24. stamina: physical or mental strength
25. prospect: possibility or hope
26. on track: moving in the right direction
27. host of people: a large number of people
28. support network: people who give help and encouragement
29. stood by: supported during difficulties
30. wistfully: longingly
31. fulfil: achieve
32. wistfully: sadly longing for something
33. trade: exchange
34. security: safety and stability
35. circumstances: situations or conditions
36. destiny: future or fate
37. siblings: brothers and sisters
38. dreamscape: a world of dreams
39. put a wet blanket on: discourage something
40. chase: try hard to achieve
41. obstacles: difficulties or problems
42. conviction: strong belief
43. coursing through your veins: strongly felt inside you
44. aspirations: hopes and ambitions
45. fulfill: achieve
46. negotiate: find a way through
47. maze: confusing network or situation
48. hurdles: challenges or difficulties
49. participants: people involved

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Kaveri Book Poems

 

Poem 1 – Bharat Our Land

Word Meanings

1. mighty: very powerful and great
2. Himavant: the Himalaya mountains
3. generous: giving and kind
4. Ganga: the holy river Ganges
5. grace: beauty and elegance
6. sacred: holy
7. Upanishads: ancient Indian religious texts
8. scriptures: holy writings
9. peerless: without equal; unmatched
10. praise: express admiration
11. gallant: brave and courageous
12. warriors: fighters or soldiers
13. sage: wise and holy person
14. sanctified: made holy or pure
15. divinest: most pure or heavenly
16. auspicious: bringing good luck
17. Brahma-knowledge: spiritual knowledge about the ultimate truth (Brahman)
18. taken root: firmly established
19. Buddha: Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism
20. dhamma: teachings or principles of Buddha
21. hoary: very old
22. antiquity: ancient past
23. Bharat: India
24. peerless: without equal
25. praise: express admiration

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Poem 2 – Gifts of Grace: Honouring our Vocations

Word Meanings

1. Vocation: a type of work that suits one well
2. Myriad: a countless or extremely great number of people or things
3. Hues:  colour or shade
4. Artisans: a worker in a skilled trade, especially one that involves making things by hand
5. Lutes: a musical instrument with strings like a guitar
6. Precision: the quality, condition, or fact of being exact and accurate
7. Identity: the fact of being who or what a person or thing is
8. Mason: a person skilled in cutting, dressing, and laying stone in buildings

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Poem 3 – Canvas of Soil

Word Meanings

1. palette: a range of colours
2. rich: fertile and full of nutrients
3. deep: strong and intense
4. seep: flow or spread slowly
5. brushstrokes: marks made by a painter’s brush
6. planted: sown in the soil
7. awaiting: waiting for
8. vibrant: bright and lively
9. hue: colour
10. blossoms: flowers
11. bloom: to flower
12. painted sight: something that looks like a painting
13. dancing: moving lightly and beautifully
14. shades: different colours
15. artwork: creative work of art
16. ever new: always fresh and changing
17. plot: a small piece of land
18. canvas: a surface used for painting
19. coincide: exist together
20. till: prepare and work on land for growing crops
21. still: calm and quiet; also suggests something like a picture

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Poem 4 – I Cannot Remember My Mother

Word Meanings

1. midst: in the middle of
2. hover: stay in one place in the air
3. playthings: toys
4. tune: a musical sound or melody
5. hum: sing softly without words
6. cradle: a small bed for a baby
7. autumn: the season after summer
8. shiuli flowers: small, fragrant white flowers (night jasmine)
9. floats: spreads gently in the air
10. scent: smell or fragrance
11. morning service: prayer or worship in a temple
12. distant: far away
13. stillness: calmness; quietness
14. gaze: a steady look
15. spread: extended over a wide area

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Poem 5 – Nine Gold Medals

Word Meanings

1. athletes: people trained in sports
2. gold, silver, bronze: medals for first, second, and third place
3. training: practice to improve skills
4. coming down to: leading up to or depending on
5. spectators: people who watch an event
6. gathered: came together
7. cheer: shout in support
8. approaching: coming near
9. excitement: feeling of joy and eagerness
10. blocks: starting blocks used by runners
11. hundred-yard dash: a short sprint race
12. resolved: determined
13. starting line: the line where the race begins
14. poised: ready and prepared
15. sound of the gun: signal to start the race
16. signal: a sign to start
17. pistol exploded: the starting gun fired
18. charging ahead: running forward quickly
19. stumbled: tripped or lost balance
20. staggered: moved unsteadily
21. asphalt: the hard road surface
22. frustration: feeling of disappointment
23. anguish: great pain or suffering
24. dashed: destroyed suddenly
25. efforts: hard work
26. occurred: happened
27. pulled up: stopped suddenly
28. compete: take part in a contest
29. turned round: turned back
30. brought to his feet: helped him stand up
31. joined hands: held each other’s hands
32. continued: went on
33. reduced: made less
34. banner: a large sign or flag with words
35. on the mark: exactly right or appropriate
36. finish line: the end point of a race
37. standing ovation: people standing and clapping to show respect
38. beaming: smiling brightly
39. said more than these words ever will: expressed feelings beyond what words can describe

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Poem 6 – A Friend Found in Music

Word Meanings

1. ocean: a vast sea (used here to show depth and vastness)
2. shore: land near the sea
3. rhythm: a regular pattern of sound
4. core: the deepest or most important part
5. therapy: treatment that helps heal or feel better
6. feel blue: feel sad
7. lifts my spirits: makes me feel happy
8. pull through: overcome a difficult situation
9. cheerful: happy
10. clear: obvious
11. needed: required or important
12. seems: appears

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Poem 7- Words

Word Meanings

1. satisfy: fulfill or make content
2. care: worry or sorrow
3. depart: go away
4. empty air: nothing left behind
5. pilgrim: a traveler on a journey
6. upon earth: in this world
7. worth: value or importance
8. weeds: unwanted plants with little value
9. truly: honestly or sincerely
10. impart: give or provide
11. hosts of words: a large number of words
12. reach the head: affect thinking only
13. touch the heart: affect emotions deeply
14. wins its sunny way: spreads warmth and happiness
15. lonely home: a sad or quiet house
16. cheer: make happy
17. hath: has (old form)
18. oft: often
19. dear: precious or valuable
20. chest: heart or feelings
21. feast: great happiness or celebration
22. summoned: called upon
23. test: time of difficulty
24. oft: often
25. satisfy the least: give very little comfort
26. gaudy: very bright and showy
27. blossom: flowers
28. root: base of the plant
29. poor nature: weak quality
30. particle: a very small amount
31. fruit: useful result or outcome

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Poem 8 – Believe in Yourself

Word Meanings

1. step up: move forward with courage
2. challenge: a difficult task or situation
3. crowd: a large group of people
4. future: the time ahead
5. where you want to be: your goal or desired position
6. pull you forward: encourage progress
7. push you back: stop progress
8. fear: feeling of worry or anxiety
9. choices: decisions
10. future: time ahead
11. ease: comfort or simplicity
12. comfort: a safe and familiar state
13. maintain: continue or keep
14. status quo: the existing situation without change
15. grow: develop and improve
16. first step: the beginning of an action or journey
17. hardest: most difficult
18. turning back: returning or giving up
19. believe in yourself: have confidence in your abilities
20. on track: moving in the right direction

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• Class 9 English Summary and Lesson Notes
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