Frankenstein Vocab Flashcards
Commencement
a beginning or start
Fervent
having or displaying a passionate intensity
conjecture
an opinion or conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information
consecrated
having been ,made or declared sacred
inquisitive
curious or inquiring
benevolent
well meaning and kindly
ardour
enthusiasm or passion
wretched
in a very unhappy or unfortunate
state.
gnash
grind ones teeth together typically as a sign of anger
hovel
a small, squalid, unpleasant, or
simply constructed dwelling
countenance
a person’s face or facial expression.
precipice
a very steep rock face or cliff,
especially a tall one.
acquiesced
accept something reluctantly but
without protest.
precipitation
The fact or quality of acting
suddenly and rashly.
foreboding
fearful apprehension; a
feeling that something bad
will happen.
eccentricities
the quality of being on
orthodox
ardent
enthusiastic or passionate
dejection
a sad and depressed state: low spirits
paroxysm
a sudden attack or violent
expression of a particular emotion
or activity
disposition
a person’s inherent qualities of
mind and character.
repose
a state of rest, sleep, or tranquility.
ignominy
public shame or disgrace
abhor
regard with disgust and hatred.
despondency
a state of low spirits caused by
loss of hope or courage.
