Frankenstein quiz 2 Flashcards
assuage
to lessen the intensity of something that pains or distresses
conjecture
a conclusion reached by surmise or guesswork
demeanor
behavior towards others
dissipate
to case to scatter or spread thin and eventually vanish
flagrant
conspicuously offensive
impervious
not capable of being harmed, impenetrable
irksome
tedious and aggravating
listless
having a lack of energy interest, or spirit
minute
very small, marked by close attention to detail
pilgrimage
journey to a shrine or sacred place
traverse
to go or travel across or over
vengeance
punishment inflicted in retaliation for an injury or offense
abhorrence
feeling of strong disgust or repugnance towards something
consternation
confusion that hinders
complacent
self-satisfied, especially when unaware of potential deficiencies or dangers