Pride and Prejudice vocab1

Discretion

The ability to make choices or decisions carefully, especially in speaking or acting.

Fretfully

In a way that shows worry or anxiety; being uneasy or restless.

Amiable

Friendly and pleasant; having a good-natured personality.

Candor

the quality of being open and honest in expressing thoughts or feelings

Vexed

feeling annoyed, frustrated, or worried.

Ostentation

a showy display of wealth or knowledge meant to impress othersV

Vanity

excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements.

Indignation

a feeling of anger or annoyance caused by something perceived as unfair

Deficiency

the lack of something necessary or desirable.

Exquisite

extremely beautiful and delicate, often referring to art or craftsmanship.

Felicity

great happiness or bliss; state of being very happy

Odious

extremely unpleasant or repulsive, deserving of hate

Eloquent

fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing, often conveying meaning effectively.

Obsequious

excessively eager to please or obey someone; overly submissive

Disposition

a person’s usual mood or temperament. the way someone tends to behave

Veracity

truthfulness or accuracy; the quality of being truthful

Disdain

A feeling of contempt or scorn towards something considered unworthy.

Conquetry

the behavior of flirting or showing romantic interest, often in a playful way

Bashful

shy or easily embarrassed; feeling uncomfortable in social situations