Book II - Chapter II. A Sight — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Book II - Chapter II. A Sight

debauchery (noun)

Excessive indulgence in sensual pleasures; moral corruption and wickedness.

villainy (noun)

Wicked or criminal behavior; the actions of a villain.

notoriety (noun)

The state of being famous for something bad; infamy.

aphorism (noun)

A pithy observation that contains a general truth; a concise statement of a principle.

superscribed (verb)

Wrote or inscribed something on the outside or top of a document, especially an address on a letter.

demur (noun)

The action of raising objections or showing reluctance; hesitation.

indictment (noun)

A formal charge or accusation of a serious crime, typically presented by a grand jury or prosecution.

composedly (adverb)

In a calm, self-possessed manner; without agitation or anxiety.

infamy (noun)

The state of being well known for some bad quality or deed; extreme disgrace.

indescribable (adjective)

Too unusual, extreme, or indefinite to be adequately described in words.

engrossing (adjective)

Absorbing all one's attention or interest; completely occupying the mind.

mercenary (adjective)

Motivated primarily by the desire for monetary or material gain; hired for pay.

conspicuous (adjective)

Standing out so as to be clearly visible; attracting notice or attention.

traversing (verb)

Traveling across or through; moving from one side to another.

divers (adjective)

Of varying types; several; sundry. An archaic form of "diverse."