Vocab Short Story 1 Flashcards
pestilence
(n.) fatal epidemic disease
dauntless
(adj.) incapable of being intimidated or discouraged; fearless
sagacious
(adj.) having or showing keen discernment
august
(adj.) inspiring awe or admiration
habiliments
dress; clothing
macabre
(adj.) suggesting the horror of death and decay
bizarre
(adj.) far-fetched; odd
emphatic
(adj.) forceful and definite in expression
convulsed
(v.) to shake or agitate violently
unimpeded
(adj.) not slowed or prevented
untenanted
(adj.) not leased or occupied by a tenant
boasted
(v.) to speak with excessive pride
forbidden
(adj.) unlawful; prohibited
sacred
(adj.) made or declared holy
finesse
(n.) skillful; tactful
incessantly
(adv.) continuing without interruption
stupefied
(adj.) amazed and astonished
vex
(v.) to annoy with petty importunity; bother
homage
(n.) special honor or respect shown publicly
chagrin
(n.) feeling of unease, annoyance, or embarrassment
odious
(adj.) arousing strong dislike, aversion or intense displeasure
incredulous
(adj.) skeptical; disbelieving
