Chapter XX — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Chapter XX

casement (noun)

A window or window frame that opens on hinges along one side.

ejaculations (noun)

Sudden, exclamatory utterances or outcries.

inextricable (adjective)

Impossible to disentangle, escape from, or solve.

evincing (verb)

Showing or demonstrating clearly; making evident.

pacify (verb)

To bring to a state of calm or quiet; to soothe or appease.

volatile (adjective)

Tending to evaporate rapidly; in this context, referring to smelling salts that release a pungent vapor.

sequestered (adjective)

Isolated, secluded, or set apart from others.

prostrating (verb)

Reducing to extreme weakness or exhaustion; laying low.

cordial (noun)

A stimulating or medicinal drink, often containing alcohol or herbal ingredients.

charlatan (noun)

A person who falsely claims to have special knowledge or skill; a fraud or quack.

sordid (adjective)

Dirty, foul, or morally degraded; wretched.

dissipated (adjective)

Given to excessive indulgence in sensual pleasures; dissolute.

amenable (adjective)

Liable or answerable to; subject to the authority of.

immutable (adjective)

Unchanging over time; unable to be changed or altered.

propounded (verb)

Put forward for consideration; proposed or presented.

alacrity (noun)

Brisk and cheerful readiness; eagerness.