Chapter 12 — Vocabulary
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley — key words and definitions
Vocabulary Words from Chapter 12
- hovel
- A small, squalid, or poorly built dwelling; a wretched shelter.
- venerable
- Commanding respect because of age, wisdom, or dignity.
- viands
- Items of food, especially choice or delicious dishes.
- enigmatic
- Difficult to interpret or understand; mysterious.
- poignantly
- In a way that evokes a keen sense of sadness or regret; with sharp emotional impact.
- ardently
- With intense feeling, passion, or enthusiasm.
- unravel
- To investigate and solve or explain something complicated or puzzling.
- despondence
- A state of low spirits caused by loss of hope or courage; dejection.
- mortification
- Great embarrassment and shame; a feeling of humiliation.
- conciliating
- Intended to gain goodwill or favor; placating or reconciling.
- execration
- An angry denunciation or curse; the expression of great loathing.
- genial
- Pleasantly warm and conducive to growth (of weather or climate).
- replenished
- Filled or supplied again after being used or emptied.
- exhortations
- Urgent appeals or encouragements to do something.
- demeanour
- Outward behavior or bearing; the way a person presents themselves.