PART ONE: CHAPTER FOURTEEN - Secrets — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from PART ONE: CHAPTER FOURTEEN - Secrets

garret (noun)

A top-floor room or attic space, typically under the roof of a house, often small and cramped.

promenaded (verb)

Walked or moved about in a leisurely, showy manner, as if on display.

omnibus (noun)

A horse-drawn public vehicle for carrying passengers along a fixed route; an early form of the bus.

maneuver (noun)

A planned or skillful movement or series of actions, often carried out with some strategic purpose.

nettled (adjective)

Annoyed or irritated, especially by a remark or criticism.

bandboxes (noun)

Lightweight cylindrical boxes used for storing hats or other delicate items of clothing.

larks (noun)

Fun adventures or carefree escapades; lighthearted amusement.

wheedler (noun)

A person who uses flattery or gentle persuasion to coax someone into doing or revealing something.

woe-begone (adjective)

Looking sad, miserable, or distressed in appearance.

condescension (noun)

An attitude of patronizing superiority; behaving as if one is more important or knowledgeable than others.

flourish (noun)

A bold, sweeping gesture or decorative embellishment, especially when signing one's name.

receptacle (noun)

A container or object used for storing or holding things.

jubilee (noun)

A special celebration or occasion of great joy and festivity.

commy la fo (phrase)

Amy's mispronunciation of the French phrase "comme il faut," meaning "as it should be" or "proper and socially correct."

tipsy (adjective)

Slightly drunk or intoxicated from alcohol.