Chapter 59 — Vocabulary
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — key words and definitions
Vocabulary Words from Chapter 59
- incredulous
- Unwilling or unable to believe something; feeling or showing disbelief.
- unpardonable
- Too severe or bad to be forgiven or excused.
- intreaty
- An archaic spelling of "entreaty," meaning an earnest or humble request or plea.
- esteemed
- Regarded with respect and admiration; held in high regard.
- epithet
- A descriptive word or phrase, especially one expressing a quality regarded as characteristic of the person or thing mentioned.
- vexed
- Annoyed, frustrated, or worried.
- abhorrence
- A feeling of extreme repugnance or aversion; intense loathing.
- disapprobation
- Strong disapproval, typically on moral grounds.
- condescended
- In Austen's usage, to graciously lower oneself to do something considered beneath one's social standing or dignity.
- discredit
- Loss of reputation or respect; the state of being regarded as unworthy or dishonorable.
- enumerating
- Mentioning or listing items one by one; counting off or specifying individually.
- raptures
- Feelings of intense pleasure or joy; ecstatic delight.
- composure
- The state of being calm and in control of oneself; self-possession.
- approbation
- Approval or praise; an expression of warm acceptance.
- effusion
- An outpouring of emotion or words, often excessive or unrestrained.
- deference
- Humble submission and respect shown toward another person.