Set 2 vocab Pride and Prejudice

abound

exist in large numbers or amounts.

simpleton

a foolish or gullible person.

desponding

become dejected and lose confidence.

solicitation

the act of asking for or trying to obtain something from someone.

trifle

a thing of little value or importance.

incredulous

(of a person or their manner) unwilling or unable to believe something.

boisterous

(of a person, event, or behavior) noisy, energetic, and cheerful; rowdy.

indisposed

slightly unwell

abhorrence

a feeling of repulsion; disgusted loathing.

solemnity

the state or quality of being serious and dignified.

thwart

prevent (someone) from accomplishing something.

assert

state a fact or belief __confidently__ and __forcefully__.

behave or speak in a confident and forceful manner.

encumbrance

a burden or impediment.

vindication

the action of clearing someone of blame or suspicion.

fervent

having or displaying a passionate intensity

benevolence

the quality of being well meaning; kindness.

insolence

rude and __disrespectful__ behavior.

duplicity

deceitfulness; double-dealing.

alacrity

__brisk__ and __cheerful__ readiness.

circumspect

wary and unwilling to take risks.

conciliate

stop (someone) from being angry or discontented; placate; pacify.

suppress

__forcibly__ put an end to.