Book III - Chapter XI. Dusk — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Book III - Chapter XI. Dusk

augment (verb)

To make something greater by adding to it; to increase.

acquiesced (verb)

Accepted something reluctantly but without protest.

consolation (noun)

Comfort received after a loss or disappointment.

antipathy (noun)

A deep-seated feeling of dislike or aversion.

obscure (adjective)

Not clearly seen or easily noticed; hidden from view.

forlorn (adjective)

Pitifully sad and lonely; nearly hopeless.

consolatory (adjective)

Intended to comfort someone who is unhappy or disappointed.

recognisant (adjective)

Showing recognition or acknowledgment; appreciative of services rendered.

durst (verb)

Archaic past tense of "dare"; had the courage or boldness to.

wantonly (adverb)

In a deliberate and unprovoked manner; recklessly or without justification.

gaoler (noun)

A person in charge of a jail or its prisoners (British spelling of jailer).

endeavour (noun)

An attempt to achieve a goal; a determined effort (British spelling).

radiant (adjective)

Shining or glowing brightly; emanating joy, love, or health.

despond (verb)

To lose heart or become dejected; to give way to despondency.

tribunal (noun)

A court of justice; an official body established to settle disputes or try offenses.