Chapter 83 - Jonah Historically Regarded — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Chapter 83 - Jonah Historically Regarded

sceptical (adjective)

Not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations. (Archaic British spelling of "skeptical.")

orthodox (adjective)

Conforming to established or traditional beliefs; accepted as standard or correct.

embellished (adjective)

Decorated or adorned; made more attractive or interesting by adding details.

anticipative (adjective)

Acting in advance; answering or responding before an objection is raised.

ensconced (verb (past tense))

Settled comfortably and securely in a hiding place or position.

incarcerated (adjective)

Imprisoned; confined within a restricted space.

gastric (adjective)

Relating to the stomach and its digestive processes.

exegetist (noun)

A person who interprets or explains texts, especially religious scripture; a biblical scholar.

divined (verb (past tense))

Discovered or determined by intuition, insight, or scholarly interpretation.

opined (verb (past tense))

Expressed a belief or opinion, often in a formal or authoritative manner.

circumnavigation (noun)

The act of sailing or traveling completely around something, especially the earth or a continent.

reputed (adjective)

Generally believed or supposed to be; accepted by reputation though not verified.

evinced (verb (past tense))

Revealed or made evident; clearly displayed or demonstrated.

reprehensible (adjective)

Deserving of strong criticism or condemnation; morally wrong.

magnification (noun)

The act of making something appear greater or more important than it is; an enlargement or glorification.