Vocabulary Flashcards: 20 Words on Emotions, Transportation, and Legal Terms

diminution

decrease in size, amount, or degree

barouche-box

a shallow, horse-drawn carriage in which passengers sit across from each other

chagrin

embarrassment or distress over a failure or a disappointment

deemed

considered or regarded as

parcels

packages

consternation

dismay, fear, or confusion

appointed

arranged or designated

inn

small hotel or pub that provides food and accommodation

sentinel

guard

larder

a supply of food or a place where food is stored

vindication

confirmation or justification, validation, freeing from blame

extorted

obtained through intimidation or persuasiveness

spur

push or incentive to go forward

allayed

put to rest, set at ease

encumbrance

a burden or obstruction

apace

quickly

anew

all over again

squeamish

easily disgusted or made nauseous

conjugal

relating to marriage

parasol

an umbrella providing protection against the sun

querulous

having a tendency to complain

impunity

freedom from consequences