Chapter XXXI — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Chapter XXXI

rustic (noun)

A person from the countryside; here used to describe Hareton as a handsome but rough country youth.

surlily (adverb)

In a bad-tempered, unfriendly manner; with rude hostility.

adroitly (adverb)

In a clever and skillful way; with dexterity and ease.

missive (noun)

A letter or written message, especially an official or formal one.

soliloquy (noun)

The act of speaking one's thoughts aloud when alone or regardless of hearers; a monologue.

stalled (adjective)

Confined or trapped like an animal in a stall; stuck in place without freedom to move.

emulous (adjective)

Motivated by a desire to equal or surpass someone; admiringly competitive rather than resentful.

attainments (noun)

Knowledge, skills, or accomplishments that have been acquired through effort.

consecrated (adjective)

Made sacred or holy; dedicated to a special purpose with deep reverence.

profaned (verb)

Treated something sacred with disrespect or irreverence; violated the sanctity of.

mortification (noun)

A feeling of deep humiliation, shame, and wounded pride.

spleen (noun)

Bad temper; spite or ill will. Historically associated with anger and melancholy.

incitement (noun)

Something that encourages or motivates a person to act; a stimulus or provocation.

saturnine (adjective)

Dark, gloomy, and brooding in temperament or appearance.

transgress (verb)

To go beyond or violate a boundary, rule, or command.

misanthropists (noun)

People who dislike and distrust humankind; those who avoid human society.