Chapter XXIV — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Chapter XXIV

essayed (verb)

Attempted or tried, especially something difficult or untested.

disrelish (noun)

A feeling of distaste or lack of enjoyment for something.

peevish (adjective)

Easily irritated or annoyed, especially over unimportant things; querulous.

stealthily (adverb)

In a cautious, secretive manner designed to avoid detection.

casement (noun)

A window or part of a window set on a hinge so that it opens like a door.

mantle (noun)

A loose sleeveless cloak or shawl worn as an outer garment.

espionage (noun)

The practice of spying or using spies to obtain secret information.

interdict (noun)

An authoritative prohibition or ban.

undulating (adjective)

Moving with a smooth, wavelike motion; rising and falling gently.

mortified (adjective)

Deeply embarrassed or humiliated.

venom (noun)

Intense malice, spite, or ill will.

inarticulate (adjective)

Unable to speak distinctly or express oneself clearly.

malignant (adjective)

Disposed to cause harm or suffering; deeply malevolent.

elation (noun)

Great happiness and excitement; exhilaration.

discomfited (adjective)

Made to feel uneasy, embarrassed, or frustrated.