Book II - Chapter XVI. Still Knitting — Vocabulary
A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens — key words and definitions
Vocabulary Words from Book II - Chapter XVI. Still Knitting
- amicably
- In a friendly and agreeable manner; without hostility.
- proscribed
- Officially forbidden; denounced or condemned, especially by name on a public list.
- catechist
- A teacher of religious doctrine, especially one who instructs by questions and answers.
- sinister
- Giving the impression that something harmful or evil is happening; threatening.
- assiduously
- With great care, attention, and persistent effort.
- perquisitions
- Thorough searches or investigations; diligent inquiries.
- unimpeachable
- Not able to be doubted, questioned, or criticized; entirely trustworthy or beyond suspicion.
- complacently
- In a self-satisfied or uncritically pleased manner.
- olfactory
- Relating to the sense of smell.
- coquetry
- Flirtatious behavior or manner; playful allure.
- aquiline
- Curved like an eagle's beak; hooked (used to describe a nose).
- susceptibility
- The quality of being easily affected or influenced; sensitivity to emotional impressions.
- sublimer
- More elevated, grand, or awe-inspiring; of the highest spiritual or intellectual nature.
- gallantry
- Polite attention or respect given to women; courteous and charming behavior.
- infraction
- A violation or breach of a law, rule, or expectation.