Chapter XXXIV — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Chapter XXXIV

ebullition (noun)

A sudden, violent outburst of emotion or activity; the act of boiling or bubbling up.

taciturnity (noun)

The quality of being reserved or uncommunicative in speech; habitual silence.

eschew (verb)

To deliberately avoid or keep away from something.

cumbrous (adjective)

Unwieldy, burdensome, or clumsy; difficult to manage because of weight or complexity.

piquancy (noun)

A pleasantly stimulating or exciting quality; sharpness or appeal that arouses interest.

importunate (adjective)

Persistent and demanding in a troublesome or annoying way.

assiduity (noun)

Constant or close attention to what one is doing; persistent personal effort and diligence.

hierophant (noun)

A person who interprets sacred mysteries or esoteric principles; a chief priest of ancient religious rites.

coadjutor (noun)

An assistant or helper, especially one who serves as a partner in a shared undertaking.

neophyte (noun)

A beginner or novice; a person who is new to a subject, skill, or belief.

paroxysm (noun)

A sudden, uncontrollable outburst of emotion or a sudden attack or recurrence of symptoms.

oblation (noun)

A religious offering or sacrifice; something presented as an act of worship.

despotism (noun)

The exercise of absolute power, especially in a cruel or oppressive manner; tyranny.

lucre (noun)

Money or profit, especially when regarded as sordid or obtained dishonestly.

vehemence (noun)

The display of strong feeling; great intensity of force, passion, or conviction.

tractability (noun)

The quality of being easy to manage, guide, or influence; docility.