PART ONE: CHAPTER TWELVE - Camp Laurence — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from PART ONE: CHAPTER TWELVE - Camp Laurence

nosegay (noun)

A small bunch of flowers, typically one that is sweet-scented; a bouquet meant to be held or carried.

complacently (adverb)

In a self-satisfied or smugly pleased manner, often without awareness of potential problems.

remonstrated (verb)

Made a forceful protest or objection; argued earnestly against something.

cordial (adjective)

Warm, friendly, and sincere in manner; heartfelt and welcoming.

demeanor (noun)

Outward behavior or bearing; the way a person presents themselves to others.

riotous (adjective)

Wildly unruly or disorderly; marked by noisy and uncontrollable behavior.

ubiquitous (adjective)

Present, appearing, or found everywhere; seemingly existing in all places at once.

dyspeptic (adjective)

Suffering from or prone to indigestion; by extension, irritable or gloomy in temperament.

sepulchral (adjective)

Relating to a tomb or burial; gloomy, dismal, or hollow-sounding.

condescension (noun)

An attitude of patronizing superiority; behaving as though one is lowering oneself to deal with inferiors.

patronizing (adjective)

Treating someone with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority.

lackadasical (adjective)

Lacking enthusiasm or determination; carelessly lazy and languid. (Note: Alcott's original spelling; standard form is "lackadaisical.")

pettishly (adverb)

In a childishly sulky or ill-tempered manner; with petulant irritation.

leghorn (noun)

A fine plaited straw hat originally made from wheat straw grown near Livorno (Leghorn), Italy; associated with broad-brimmed old-fashioned styles.

wherry (noun)

A light, shallow rowing boat, typically used on rivers or in harbors.

commissary (noun)

A person or officer responsible for providing food and supplies, especially for military forces or a large group.