Chapter II — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Chapter II

animalism (noun)

The political philosophy developed by the pigs from Old Major's teachings, advocating for animal liberation and equality; an allegory for Marxism.

tyranny (noun)

Cruel and oppressive government or rule; absolute power exercised unjustly.

expounded (verb)

Presented and explained a theory or idea systematically and in detail.

comrade (noun)

A fellow member of an organization or movement; used as a form of address among political allies, especially in communist contexts.

vivacious (adjective)

Attractively lively and animated; full of energy and enthusiasm.

pre-eminent (adjective)

Surpassing all others; most distinguished or outstanding in a particular quality.

ensconced (verb)

Settled comfortably and securely in a particular place or position.

gambolled (verb)

Ran or jumped about playfully; frolicked with joy and excitement.

indefatigable (adjective)

Persisting tirelessly; showing sustained enthusiastic effort that does not diminish.

unalterable (adjective)

Not able to be changed or modified; permanent and fixed.

knacker (noun)

A person who buys and slaughters old or injured animals, especially horses, for their hides and other materials.

lithograph (noun)

A print made by a process in which ink is applied to a greased image on a flat stone or metal plate and transferred to paper.

dissentient (noun)

A person who opposes official policy or the majority opinion; a dissenter.

propounded (verb)

Put forward an idea, theory, or point of view for consideration by others.

cynical (adjective)

Believing that people are motivated purely by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.