III - Stave III — Vocabulary
Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad — key words and definitions
Vocabulary Words from III - Stave III
- narcotic
- Having the effect of inducing drowsiness, sleep, or numbness.
- irresolutely
- In an uncertain or hesitant manner; without firm determination.
- odious
- Extremely unpleasant; repulsive; arousing hatred or disgust.
- exultation
- A feeling of triumphant elation or jubilation; great joy.
- circumventing
- Finding a way around an obstacle; outmaneuvering or outwitting.
- impending
- About to happen; imminent and usually threatening.
- incantation
- A series of words said as a magic spell or charm; a ritual chant.
- litany
- A series of prayers or petitions; by extension, a repetitive or monotonous recital.
- vigil
- A period of staying awake during the normal time for sleep, especially to keep watch or pray.
- drubbing
- A thorough beating or defeat.
- ulster
- A long, loose overcoat made of rough cloth, typically with a belt at the back.
- obtruded
- Forced itself upon one's attention; became noticeable in an unwelcome way.
- picket
- A small group of soldiers or guards posted to watch for the enemy.
- Martini-Henry
- A type of breech-loading single-shot rifle widely used by the British military in the late 19th century.
- pendent
- Hanging down; dangling.