Chapter 57 — Vocabulary
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — key words and definitions
Vocabulary Words from Chapter 57
- discomposure
- A state of agitation, unease, or loss of calm composure.
- incessantly
- Without interruption; constantly and without ceasing.
- sagacity
- Keen mental discernment and good judgment; shrewdness.
- intreaty
- An archaic spelling of "entreaty"; an earnest request or plea.
- constancy
- The quality of being unchanging or unwavering in purpose, love, or loyalty.
- thither
- To or toward that place (archaic directional adverb).
- nuptials
- A wedding ceremony; the rites or celebrations of marriage.
- condescension
- In Regency usage, the gracious willingness of a person of high rank to behave as an equal to someone of lower social standing.
- precipitate
- Done with excessive haste or without due deliberation; rash.
- patronage
- The power or influence of a wealthy or powerful person who supports or sponsors others.
- abominate
- To regard with intense loathing or hatred; to detest utterly.
- mortified
- Deeply humiliated, embarrassed, or ashamed.
- pleasantry
- A humorous or witty remark; lighthearted banter.
- teazing
- An archaic spelling of "teasing"; the act of making fun of or provoking someone playfully.
- olive-branch
- A metaphor for a newborn child, drawn from biblical imagery of fruitfulness and peace.