Jane Eyre Vocabulary #1 Flashcards
1
Q
Engender
A
to be created, to make happen
2
Q
Lineament
A
characteristics of parts of a face
descriptive features
physical features
3
Q
Nestle
A
move into a comfortable position
comfortable
snug
4
Q
Turbid
A
Cloudy
Thick
Dense
Unclear
5
Q
Absolve
A
Let off the hook
Forgive
Free from sin
6
Q
Deriving
A
Explanation of the historical origin of a word
Origin
To come from
7
Q
Obviate
A
Do away with
Prevent occurrence
8
Q
Scapegoat
A
Someone who is punished for the errors of others
9
Q
Buxom
A
Plump
Thick
Heavy
10
Q
Fascinate
A
To arouse awe
Be interested in
11
Q
Refine
A
Pure
Improve by polishing
12
Q
Peruse
A
Carefully examine
Examine with attention and detail
13
Q
Mope
A
Gloomy
Sad
Moody
14
Q
Expostulation
A
Protest
Speak out against
15
Q
Reprove
A
Scold
Chew out
Get on to
