Book III - Chapter XII. Darkness — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Book III - Chapter XII. Darkness

musing (adjective)

Deeply thoughtful; absorbed in reflection or contemplation.

ascertained (verb)

Found out or learned with certainty through examination or investigation.

cravat (noun)

A wide strip of fabric worn around the neck and tucked into a shirt; a type of necktie.

inquisitively (adverb)

In a curious or prying manner; with eager desire to know or learn.

feigned (verb)

Pretended; simulated in order to deceive.

pacifically (adverb)

In a peaceful or conciliatory manner; without aggression.

deprecatory (adjective)

Expressing disapproval or an attempt to calm or appease; mildly apologetic.

implacably (adverb)

In a manner that cannot be appeased, satisfied, or stopped; relentlessly.

elicited (verb)

Drew out or evoked a response, answer, or reaction from someone.

perplexedly (adverb)

In a confused and bewildered manner; with puzzlement.

mediation (noun)

Intervention in a dispute to bring about agreement or reconciliation; the act of interceding.

forlorn (adjective)

Pitifully sad, abandoned, and lonely; wretched in appearance or condition.

bereft (adjective)

Deprived of or lacking something, especially a loved one or a source of support.

stipulations (noun)

Conditions or requirements that are specified as part of an agreement or arrangement.

inveteracy (noun)

The quality of being deeply rooted, long-established, and resistant to change; obstinate persistence.

fervent (adjective)

Having or displaying passionate intensity of feeling; ardently enthusiastic.