Chapter 11 — Vocabulary
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley — key words and definitions
Vocabulary Words from Chapter 11
- impervious
- Not able to be penetrated or affected; impenetrable.
- slaked
- Quenched or satisfied (a desire, especially thirst).
- dormant
- In a state of rest or inactivity; temporarily inactive.
- assuage
- To make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense; to relieve or ease.
- relinquish
- To voluntarily give up or abandon a claim, right, or possession.
- debilitated
- Weakened; made feeble in health or strength.
- purloined
- Stolen; taken dishonestly.
- despondence
- A state of low spirits caused by loss of hope or courage; dejection.
- disconsolate
- Without consolation or comfort; hopelessly unhappy.
- incommoded
- Inconvenienced or troubled; caused discomfort to.
- pensive
- Engaged in deep or serious thought, often with a tinge of sadness.
- kennel
- A small shelter or hut; here used metaphorically for a miserable dwelling place.
- savoury
- Having an appetizing taste or smell; pleasantly flavored.
- emigration
- The act of leaving one place to settle in another.