Chapter 28 — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Chapter 28

ostentatious (adjective)

Characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.

discernible (adjective)

Able to be perceived, recognized, or distinguished; visible or noticeable.

countenance (noun)

A person's face or facial expression; composure or self-control of expression.

minuteness (noun)

Extreme attention to small details; the quality of being very precise or thorough to excess.

condescension (noun)

In Austen's era, gracious behavior by a social superior toward inferiors; now often implies a patronizing attitude.

affability (noun)

The quality of being friendly, good-natured, and easy to talk to; warmth in social interactions.

phaeton (noun)

A light, open four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage, typically with one or two seats.

gratify (verb)

To give pleasure or satisfaction to; to indulge or humor someone's wishes or feelings.

repentance (noun)

The feeling of regret or remorse for one's actions or decisions; contrition.

tenor (noun)

The general meaning, character, or direction of something; the prevailing course or pattern.

vexatious (adjective)

Causing annoyance, frustration, or worry; troublesome and irritating.

composure (noun)

The state of being calm, self-possessed, and in control of one's feelings.

palings (noun)

A fence made from pointed wooden stakes; the individual stakes themselves.

abominably (adverb)

In a very unpleasant, disagreeable, or detestable manner; extremely badly.

contemplation (noun)

Deep, reflective thought or observation; the act of regarding something with sustained attention.