[ENG] Scarlet Letter Vocab

Question 1

abash

Answer 1

to destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of ; disconcert

Question 2

amenable

Answer 2

liable to be brought to account; answerable 2 a : capable of submission (as to judgment or test); suited b : readily brought to yield, submit, or cooperate c : willing

Question 3

augur

Answer 3

to foretell especially from omens; 2 : to give promise of

Question 4

auspicious

Answer 4

Propitious; attended by good auspices; prosperous; favorable

Question 5

congenial

Answer 5

having the same nature, disposition, or tastes; kindred 2 a : existing or associated together harmoniously b : pleasant; agreeably suited to one’s nature, tastes, or outlook; sociable

Question 6

contumely

Answer 6

harsh language or treatment arising from haughtiness and contempt; an instance of such language or treatment

Question 7

discerning

Answer 7

showing insight and understanding; discriminating

Question 8

deportment

Answer 8

the manner in which one conducts oneself; behavior

Question 9

edifice

Answer 9

building; a large or massive structure 2 : a large abstract structure

Question 10

efficacy

Answer 10

the power to produce an effect

Question 11

eminence

Answer 11

a position of prominence or superiority 2 : one that is eminent , prominent, or lofty: as a person of high rank or attainments – often used as a title for a cardinal

Question 12

evanescent

Answer 12

tending to vanish like vapor; transient

Question 13

grievous

Answer 13

1 causing or characterized by severe pain, suffering, or sorrow 2 : oppressive, onerous; 3 : serious, grave

Question 14

ignominious

Answer 14

1 : marked with or characterized by disgrace or shame; dishonorable 2 : deserving of shame or infamy; despicable 3 : humiliating, degrading

Question 15

impediment

Answer 15

1 something that interferes with or slows the progress of, impedes; an organic obstruction to speech 2 : a bar or hindrance

Question 16

indubitable

Answer 16

too evident to be doubted; unquestionable

Question 17

lurid

Answer 17

1 a : wan and ghastly pale in appearance b : of any of several light or medium grayish colors ranging in hue from yellow to orange 2 : shining with the red glow of fire seen through smoke or cloud 3 a : causing horror or revulsion; gruesome b. melodramatic, sensational, shocking

Question 18

malefactor

Answer 18

1 : one who commits an offense against the law; felon 2 : one who does ill toward another

Question 19

phantasmagoric

Answer 19

1 : an exhibition or display of optical effects and illusions 2 a : a constantly shifting complex succession of things seen or imagined b : a scene that constantly changes 3 : a bizarre or fantastic combination, collection, or assemblage

Question 20

physiognomy

Answer 20

1 : the facial features held to show qualities of mind or character by their configuration or expression 2 : external aspect; also : inner character or quality revealed outwardly 3: the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance

Question 21

pillory

Answer 21

1 : a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked 2 : a means for exposing one to public scorn or ridicule

Question 22

prefigure

Answer 22

1 : to show, suggest, or announce by an antecedent type, image, or likeness 2 : to picture or imagine beforehand; foresee

Question 23

sojourn

Answer 23

a temporary stay

Question 24

sumptuary

Answer 24

1 : relating to personal expenditures and especially to prevent extravagance and 2 : designed to regulate extravagant expenditures or habits especially on moral or religious grounds <sumptuary> <sumptuary></sumptuary></sumptuary>

Question 25

transgress

Answer 25

1 : to go beyond limits set or prescribed by; violate 2 : to pass beyond or go over (a limit or boundary) 3 : to violate a command or law; sin