Heart of Darkness Ch. 3 Flashcards
What is the meaning of ‘Aspiration’?
A hope or ambition of achieving something.
What does ‘Atrocious’ mean?
Wicked, brutal, cruel.
Define ‘Aversion’.
A strong dislike or disinclination.
What is ‘Decorous’?
Having propriety and good taste, polite, restrained, good manners.
What does ‘Degradation’ refer to?
The process in which the quality or respect of something is destroyed.
What is ‘Discretion’?
The quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information, or freedom of choice.
Define ‘Eloquent’.
Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.
What does ‘Fecund’ mean?
Fruitful in offspring or vegetation, or intellectually productive.
What is meant by ‘Guileless’?
Innocent, without deception, sincere and straightforward.
What is an ‘Incantation’?
A series of words said as a magic spell or charm.
Define ‘Inexorable’.
Impossible to stop, move, or persuade.
What does ‘Insatiable’ mean?
Impossible to satisfy.
What does ‘Irresolutely’ refer to?
In a hesitant or uncertain way, doubtful, goes back and forth.
What is ‘Languor’?
Weariness or weakness of the mind or body, sluggish.
Define ‘Odious’.
Extremely unpleasant, repulsive.
What does ‘Placid’ mean?
Calm, not easily upset.
What is ‘Ponderous’?
Clumsy or awkward because of weight or size.
What does ‘Senile’ refer to?
Exhibiting characteristics of old age (like bad memory).
Define ‘Tenebrous’.
Dark, shadowy, or obscure.
What does ‘Voracious’ mean?
Having a large appetite, excessively eager.
