Jane Eyre Part 1 Flashcards
Eminent
Standing out as to be readily perceived or noted
Candor
Unreserved, honest or sincere expression
Salutary
Producing a beneficial effect
Altruistic
Unselfish regard for or devotion to the welfare of others
Importune
To request or beg for urgently
Dissipation
An act of self indulgence; one that is not harmful
Diffident
Hesitant in acting or speaking through lack of self consciousness
Cajole
To persuade with flattery or gentle urging
Delineate
To describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or detail
Lethargy
The quality of being lazy, sluggish and indifferent
Assiduous
Marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application
Fastidious
Showing or demanding excessive delicacy or care
Deter
Turn aside, discourage or prevent from acting
Astute
Having or showing shrewdness and perspicacity
Dogmatic
Characterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly