act 1 scene 1, pg 42-56 Flashcards
Unobtrusively
in a way that is not conspicuous or attracting attention.
Expectancy
the state of thinking or hoping that something, especially something pleasant, will happen or be the case.
Feeble
lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness.
Doggedly
in a manner that shows tenacity and grim persistence.
Peaked
looking sick, weak
Meddling
intrusive or unwarranted interference.
Self-righteously
: convinced of one’s own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic.
Tentatively
subject to further confirmation; not definitely.
Furtively
adverb. 1Subject to further confirmation; not definitely. ‘We can tentatively draw two conclusions that bear on this larger debate. ‘
Notions
a conception of or belief about something.
Raucous
making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise.
Devilment
reckless mischief; wild spirits.
Shallow
of little depth.
Dreary
dull, bleak, and lifeless; depressing.