PART ONE: CHAPTER EIGHT - Jo Meets Apollyon — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from PART ONE: CHAPTER EIGHT - Jo Meets Apollyon

mortifying (adjective)

Causing feelings of shame, humiliation, or wounded pride.

bridled (verb)

Drew oneself up stiffly in anger or resentment, like a horse pulling against its bridle.

coaxingly (adverb)

In a gentle, persuasive manner intended to soothe or win someone over.

resolutely (adverb)

In a determined, unwavering manner; with firm purpose.

skirmishes (noun)

Brief, lively conflicts or arguments; minor battles.

garret (noun)

An attic room or the space directly under the roof of a house.

tempest (noun)

A violent storm; used figuratively to describe a sudden, intense outburst of emotion.

kindled (verb)

Lit up with strong emotion; became bright with intensity (often used of eyes).

remorsefully (adverb)

With deep regret and guilt over a wrong one has committed.

penitent (adjective)

Feeling or expressing sincere regret and sorrow for wrongdoing.

refractory (adjective)

Stubbornly resistant to control or management; difficult to handle.

treacherous (adjective)

Presenting hidden dangers; deceptive in appearing safe when actually hazardous.

reproof (noun)

An expression of disapproval or criticism; a rebuke.

plume (verb)

To pride or congratulate oneself, often in an unjustified or showy manner.

overtures (noun)

Initial approaches or proposals made to establish a relationship or settlement; gestures of goodwill.

intricate (adjective)

Very complicated or detailed; difficult to untangle or manage.