Chapter XXXV — Vocabulary
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte — key words and definitions
Vocabulary Words from Chapter XXXV
- implacable (adjective)
- Unable to be appeased, calmed, or satisfied; relentless and unyielding.
- vindictiveness (noun)
- A strong or unreasoning desire for revenge; spitefulness.
- propitiate (verb)
- To win or regain the favor or goodwill of someone; to appease or pacify.
- ruth (noun)
- A feeling of pity, distress, or grief; compassion or mercy.
- mortifying (adjective)
- Causing great embarrassment, shame, or humiliation.
- lividly (adverb)
- In a manner showing extreme anger or pallor; with a discolored, ashen appearance.
- coadjutor (noun)
- An assistant or helper, especially one who aids a person in their duties or work.
- scintillated (verb)
- Emitted flashes of light; sparkled or gleamed intensely.
- conjured (verb)
- Earnestly implored or entreated someone to do something.
- enunciation (noun)
- The act of pronouncing or articulating words; the manner of speaking or delivering speech.
- supplicated (verb)
- Asked or begged for earnestly and humbly; made a humble plea, especially to God.
- hierophant (noun)
- A person who interprets sacred mysteries or esoteric principles; a priest or spiritual leader who reveals hidden knowledge.
- veneration (noun)
- Great respect or reverence; a feeling of deep awe and admiration.
- perdition (noun)
- A state of eternal punishment and damnation; complete destruction or ruin of the soul.
- torpor (noun)
- A state of physical or mental inactivity; sluggishness or lethargy.
- ascendency (noun)
- The condition of having power, authority, or dominant influence over others.