Chapter 18 — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Chapter 18

repugnance (noun)

Intense disgust or aversion; a strong feeling of dislike or opposition.

disquisition (noun)

A long or elaborate essay or discussion on a particular subject; detailed investigation.

exordium (noun)

The beginning or introductory part, especially of a discourse or composition.

solemnization (noun)

The formal celebration or performance of a ceremony, especially a marriage.

impend (verb)

To be about to happen; to threaten or loom menacingly.

dilatory (adjective)

Slow to act; tending to cause delay or waste time.

insurmountable (adjective)

Too great to be overcome; impossible to surmount or conquer.

enfranchised (adjective)

Set free; liberated from bondage, servitude, or restraint.

machinations (noun)

Secret and cunning plans or schemes, especially ones intended to cause harm.

sedulous (adjective)

Showing dedication and diligence; careful and persistent in one's work or efforts.

bourne (noun)

A destination or goal; a limit or boundary (archaic spelling of "bourn").

desponding (adjective)

Feeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or loss of hope.

verdant (adjective)

Green with grass or other lush vegetation; lush and flourishing.

chastened (adjective)

Restrained, tempered, or subdued; made more moderate or refined.

ineffectual (adjective)

Not producing the desired effect; inadequate or futile.