Vocabulary from The Scarlet Letter: Extant to Sagacity

Extant

(especially of a document) Still in existence; surviving

Antipathy

A deep-seated feeling of dislike, aversion

Ethereal

Extremely delicate & light in a way that seems too perfect

Scurrilous

Making or spreading scandalous claims about someone with the intention of damaging reputation

Portent

A sign or warning that something is likely to happen

Despotic

Of or typical of a despot; tyrannical

Deleterious

Causing harm or damage

Admonish

Warn or reprimand someone firmly

Vilify

Speak or write about in an abusively disparaging manner

Visage

A person's face, with reference to the form or proportions of the features

Tremulous

Shaking or quivering slightly

Sagacity

The quality of being wise

Expostulate

Express strong disapproval or disagreement

Contumely

Insolent or insulting language or treatment

Flagrant

Conspicuously or obviously offensive

Remonstrance

A forcefully reproachful protest

Indubitably

Without question; certainly

Prolific

Present in large numbers or quantities; plentiful

Anathema

Someone or something that is hated

Imperious

Assuming power or authority without justification