vocab
TKAM
assuaged- To make (something burdensome or painful) less intense or severe. (p.7)
spittoon- A bowl-shaped, usually metal vessel, often with a funnel-shaped cover, into which tobacco chewers periodically spit. (p.9)
malevolent- Having or exhibiting ill will; wishing harm to others; malicious. (p.13)
condescended- To descend to the level of one considered inferior; lower oneself. (p.20)
impressionistic- Of, relating to, or practicing impressionism. (p.23)
vexations- The act of annoying, irritating, or vexing. (p.25)
amiable- Friendly and agreeable in disposition; good-natured and likable. (p.29)
auspicious- Attended by favorable circumstances; propitious. (p.37)
azaleas- Any of various shrubs of the genus Rhododendron having showy, variously colored flowers. (p.46)
morbid- Gruesome; grisly. (p.48)
scuppernong- A wine made from this grape. (p.105)
philippic-A verbal denunciation characterized by harsh, often insulting language; a tirade. (p.106)
carnal- Relating to the physical and especially sexual appetites: carnal desire. (p.135)
penitentiary- A prison for those convicted of major crimes. (p.136)
infallible- Incapable of erring. (p.140)
gallantly- Smartly or boldly stylish; dashing. (p.86)
inconspicuous- Not readily noticeable. (p.89)
vehemently- Characterized by forcefulness of expression or intensity of emotion or conviction; fervid. (p.95)
imprudent- Unwise or indiscreet; not prudent. (p.5)
ruination- The act of ruining or the condition of being ruined. (p.86)
obstreperous- Noisily and stubbornly defiant. (p.85)
edification- Intellectual, moral, or spiritual improvement; enlightenment. (p.138)
unimpaired- Not damaged or diminished in any respect. (p.198)
expunge- To eliminate completely; annihilate. (p.198)
candid- Free from prejudice; impartial. (p.200)
volition- The act or an instance of making a conscious choice or decision. (p.195)
subtlety- The quality or state of being subtle. (p.197)
tactful- Possessing or exhibiting tact; considerate and discreet. (p.130)
prerogative- A special quality that confers superiority. (p.131)
flighty- Foolish; irresponsible. (p.132)
reclusive- Seeking or preferring seclusion or isolation. (p.245)
spurious- Of illegitimate birth. (p.246)
blandly- Characterized by a moderate, unperturbed, or tranquil quality. (p.273)
wisteria- Any of several climbing woody vines of the genus Wisteria in the pea family, having pinnately compound leaves and drooping racemes of showy purplish or white flowers. (p.276)
squalid- Dirty and wretched, as from poverty or lack of care. (p.231)
yaws- To move unsteadily; weave. (p.231)
impertinence- An impertinent act or statement. (p.233)
devout- Displaying reverence or piety. (p.233)
squalor- A filthy and wretched condition or quality. (p.234)
largo- In a very slow tempo, usually considered to be slower than adagio, and with great dignity. Used chiefly as a direction. (p.234)
spun- To spin a tale is to tell a story in a creative, fanciful way. (p.134)
brevity- The quality or state of being brief in duration. (p.236)
notoriety- The quality or condition of being notorious; ill fame. (p.250)
florid- Flushed with rosy color; ruddy. (p.251)
nondescript- Lacking distinctive qualities; having no individual character or form. (p.251)
eccentricities- An example or instance of eccentric behavior. (p.253)
railing- Painful. (p.280)
vehement- Full of emotion and strong feeling. (p.223)
veneer- Attractive outer surface. (p.243)
commutes- Changes; makes less severe. (p.222)