English Vocab List 2: Narrative & Personal Transformation

Mystic (noun)

Someone who seeks direct, transcendent spiritual communication or

experiences.

Edifice (noun)

A large, imposing building or structure.

Lament (noun/verb)

An expression of deep grief, sorrow, or regret

Lucidity (noun)

Extreme clearness of thought or clarity of mind.

Compulsory (adjective)

Required by law or a firm rule; mandatory.

Base (adjective)

Lacking moral value; dishonorable or cowardly

Abyss (noun)

An immeasurably deep gulf or void.

Devoid (adjective)

Entirely lacking or free from something.

Unremitting (adjective)

Never relaxing or ceasing; continuous.

Nocturnal (adjective)

Done, occurring, or active at night.

Pillage (verb)

To rob a place using violent force, especially during war.

Monocle (noun)

A single round lens for correcting vision in one eye.

Antechamber (noun)

A small room leading into a larger principal room.

Harangue (verb/noun)

To deliver a loud, aggressive, or lecturing speech

Convalescent (adjective)

Recovering from an illness, injury, or medical shock.

Colic (noun)

Severe, spasmodic pain in the abdomen or bowels.

Ascetic (adjective/noun)

Characterized by severe self-discipline and abstention from

comfort.

Veritable (adjective)

Real, true, or authentic.

Gravely (adverb)

In a serious, somber, or solemn manner.

Defiled (verb/adjective)

Soiled, spoiled, or stripped of purity.