Chapter 1 — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Chapter 1

universally

By everyone; without exception.

neighbourhood

A surrounding district or community; the area near a particular place.

tiresome

Causing one to feel bored or annoyed; tedious.

establishment

A settled position in life, especially through marriage to a person of means; a household or residence.

over-scrupulous

Excessively careful about doing what is right or proper; overly conscientious.

hearty

Warm and sincere; enthusiastic and wholehearted.

caprice

A sudden and unaccountable change of mood or behavior; a whim.

quickness

Sharpness of mind; mental agility and wit.

solace

Comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness.

vexing

Causing annoyance, frustration, or worry.

chaise and four

A four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage pulled by four horses, indicating wealth.

Michaelmas

The feast of Saint Michael, September 29th, used as a quarter day for legal and financial matters in England.

mean understanding

Inferior or mediocre intelligence; "mean" here used in its archaic sense of low or common.

quick parts

A keen and lively intellect; sharp mental abilities.

let

Rented out; made available to a tenant (British usage).

discontented

Dissatisfied; unhappy with one's circumstances.