Chapter 14 — Vocabulary
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley — key words and definitions
Vocabulary Words from Chapter 14
- affluence
- An abundance of wealth, property, or material possessions; prosperity.
- obnoxious
- In its archaic sense: exposed or liable to harm or punishment; subject to the authority of another. (Not the modern meaning of annoying.)
- flagrant
- Conspicuously or obviously offensive; glaringly bad or reprehensible.
- zeal
- Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective; fervent devotion.
- consummation
- The point at which something is complete or finalized; the achievement of a desired end.
- deplored
- Expressed strong disapproval of or deep sorrow about something.
- tenets
- Principles or beliefs held as true by a group or individual, especially religious doctrines.
- immured
- Enclosed or confined within walls; imprisoned.
- emulation
- The effort to match or surpass someone or something, typically by imitation; ambitious striving.
- noisome
- Extremely unpleasant or offensive, especially because of being foul-smelling; harmful or noxious.
- meed
- A deserved share or reward; a fitting return for one's actions.
- expostulate
- To express strong disapproval or disagreement; to reason earnestly with someone against their actions.
- divulged
- Made known or revealed, especially information that was meant to be secret.
- abhorrent
- Inspiring disgust, loathing, or strong moral repugnance.
- lukewarm
- Lacking enthusiasm, conviction, or wholeheartedness; indifferent.