Chapter XIII. The disappearance of the Prince. — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Chapter XIII. The disappearance of the Prince.

disapparelled (verb (past tense))

Undressed; removed the clothing from someone.

ruefully (adverb)

In a manner expressing sorrow, regret, or self-pity.

athwart (adverb/preposition)

Across from side to side; transversely.

perplexity (noun)

The state of being confused or puzzled; bewilderment.

dissipated (verb (past tense))

Caused to disappear or scatter; dispelled.

wherewithal (noun)

The money or other means needed for a particular purpose.

distemper (noun)

A disordered or abnormal condition of mind or body; illness or mental disturbance.

plebeian (adjective)

Of or relating to the common people; lacking refinement or elegance.

paltry (adjective)

Insignificantly small; worthless; trivial.

cozened (verb (past tense))

Deceived or tricked; cheated.

apparel (verb)

To dress or clothe someone (verb form); clothing or garments (noun form).

sith (conjunction)

An archaic word meaning "since" or "because."

profane (verb)

To treat something sacred with irreverence or disrespect; to violate or defile.

scurvy (adjective)

Contemptible; worthless; morally reprehensible (as an adjective describing a person).

expedition (noun)

Promptness or speed in accomplishing something.

servitor (noun)

A servant or attendant.