CHAPTER 5 — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from CHAPTER 5

apprehension (noun)

Anxiety or fear about something that may happen; dread of the future.

cravat (noun)

A wide fabric necktie or scarf worn around the neck, common in 19th-century men's dress.

bellows (noun)

A device used to blow air into a fire to increase its heat, typically consisting of a bag with handles.

muskets (noun)

Long-barreled firearms used by soldiers before modern rifles were developed.

treasonably (adverb)

In a manner that involves betrayal or disloyalty, especially to an authority.

disdainfully (adverb)

With an attitude of contempt or scorn; showing that something is beneath one's dignity.

manacled (adjective)

Bound with metal shackles or handcuffs, especially around the wrists.

livid (adjective)

Extremely pale or discolored, especially from shock, fear, or injury.

interposition (noun)

The act of placing oneself between two parties, typically to prevent conflict.

parley (noun)

A discussion or conference, especially between enemies or opposing sides.

gibbet (noun)

A gallows or post with a projecting arm on which the bodies of executed criminals were displayed as a warning.

sluice-gate (noun)

A sliding gate used to control the flow of water, especially in marshland drainage systems.

wittles (noun)

A dialectal pronunciation of "victuals," meaning food or provisions. Indicates lower-class speech.

hob and nob (phrase)

To drink together sociably; to clink glasses as a friendly toast.

execrating (verb (present participle))

Cursing or denouncing vehemently; expressing intense hatred or disgust.

dispelled (verb (past tense))

Caused to vanish or scatter; driven away.