Chapter 2 — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Chapter 2

objurgation (noun)

A harsh rebuke or severe scolding, especially one delivered with strong emotion.

crestfallen (adjective)

Feeling disappointed, dejected, or humiliated after a failure or setback.

commingled (adjective)

Mixed or blended together into a combined whole.

apathetically (adverb)

In a manner showing no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

epitaph (noun)

A brief statement commemorating or summarizing a dead person or thing, originally an inscription on a tombstone.

fervid (adjective)

Intensely enthusiastic or passionate, often to an extreme degree.

blasphemy (noun)

Profane or irreverent language, especially cursing or swearing in an extreme manner.

marauders (noun)

Raiders or plunderers who roam in search of things to steal or destroy.

wistfulness (noun)

A feeling of vague longing or melancholy desire, often for something unattainable.

scrutiny (noun)

Close, careful examination or inspection of something.

gaunt (adjective)

Extremely thin and bony, especially because of suffering, hunger, or age.

accession (noun)

An increase or addition; the act of something being added or gained.

admonished (verb)

Warned or reprimanded someone firmly but not harshly.

pall (noun)

A dark, heavy covering or atmosphere that creates a gloomy effect.

meridian (adjective)

An imaginary circle on the earth's surface passing through the poles; here referring to the highest point of the sun's arc.

dogmatised (verb)

Stated opinions in an authoritative or arrogant manner as though they were established facts.

contraption (noun)

A machine or device that appears strange, unnecessarily complicated, or makeshift.

pervaded (verb)

Spread throughout or permeated something completely.