Chapter 16 — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Chapter 16

counteractant (noun)

Something that counteracts or neutralizes the effect of something else.

cerements (noun)

Burial wrappings or cloths in which a corpse is wrapped; grave clothes.

adamantine (adjective)

Extremely hard and unyielding; unbreakable, like diamond.

voluptuous (adjective)

Relating to or characterized by luxury, sensual pleasure, or indulgence.

wantonness (noun)

Deliberate and unprovoked cruelty or immorality; lack of restraint.

languorous (adjective)

Displaying or having a disinclination for physical exertion; dreamily lazy or relaxed.

sceptical (adjective)

Not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations (British spelling of skeptical).

phlegmatic (adjective)

Calm, composed, and unemotional; not easily excited or upset.

presage (noun)

A sign or warning that something bad is about to happen; an omen.

repudiated (verb)

Refused to accept or support; rejected as having no authority or validity.

interstice (noun)

A small or narrow space between things, especially closely set things; a gap or crevice.

consternation (noun)

Feelings of anxiety or dismay, typically at something unexpected; alarm.

nosferatu (noun)

An Eastern European word for vampire or the Un-Dead; one who feeds on the blood of the living.

missal (noun)

A book containing the texts and prayers used in the Catholic Mass throughout the year.

ghastly (adjective)

Causing great horror or fear; extremely unpleasant or shocking in appearance.