Vocabulary from Crime & Punishment: Part III

Flashcards covering key vocabulary and definitions from Crime & Punishment Part III.

consolations

Words spoken in sympathy or comfort to someone who is experiencing pain or distress.

poignant

Evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret.

timidly

Showing a lack of confidence or courage; characterized by fear or shyness.

presiding

Being in the position of authority in a meeting or gathering.

infamy

The state of being well-known for some bad quality or deed; an evil or wicked act.

impetuously

Acting or done quickly and without thought or care.

haughty

Having or showing arrogance; disdainfully proud.

prepossessing

Attractive or appealing in appearance; able to create a favorable impression.

novel

New or unusual; different from anything experienced before.

self-abasement

Humiliation or degradation of oneself.

cynicism

A belief that people are motivated purely by self-interest.

morose

Sullen or gloomy in disposition.

callous

Showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others.

hypochondria

Excessive worry or anxiety about one's health.

monomaniacs

Individuals with an obsession or fixation on a single idea or thing.

listless

Lacking energy or enthusiasm; feeling tired and uninterested.

abscess

A painful collection of pus caused by an infection.

zest

Enthusiasm, excitement, or eager interest.

parasol

A light umbrella used to protect against the sun.

calumny

A false statement intended to damage someone's reputation.

notorious

Well-known or famous, usually for negative reasons.

crestfallen

Disappointed or dejected.

mirth

Amusement expressed in laughter.

countenance

A person's face or facial expression.

discourteous

Lacking in politeness or good manners.

conjecture

To form an opinion or supposition without sufficient evidence.

refute

To prove that something is false or incorrect.

impudent

Disrespectful or rude.

vexation

Irritation or annoyance.

loathsome

Extremely unpleasant or disgusting.