Chapter VII — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Chapter VII

capitulated (verb)

Ceased to resist; surrendered under agreed conditions.

countenance (noun/verb)

A person's face or facial expression; also, to accept or tolerate something.

malignity (noun)

The quality of being deeply malevolent or harmful; intense ill will.

categorically (adverb)

In a way that is unambiguous and absolute; unconditionally.

superannuated (adjective)

Retired because of age or infirmity; outdated or obsolete.

arable (adjective)

Suitable for growing crops; able to be plowed and farmed.

intermediary (noun)

A person who acts as a link or go-between for two parties.

pervading (adjective/verb)

Spreading through and being present in every part of something.

retribution (noun)

Punishment inflicted on someone as vengeance for a wrong or criminal act.

coccidiosis (noun)

A parasitic disease of the intestinal tract of animals, especially poultry, caused by coccidia protozoa.

lamentation (noun)

The passionate expression of grief or sorrow; wailing.

skulking (verb)

Moving stealthily or furtively; lurking in a cowardly way.

rationed (verb/adjective)

Limited to a fixed allowance of food, goods, or resources.

decree (noun)

An official order issued by a person in authority, typically a head of state.

knoll (noun)

A small, rounded hill or mound.