Great Expectations Vocab

Turret

a small tower on top of a larger tower or at the corner of a building or a wall, typically of a castle

haughty

arrogantly superior and disdainful

capricious

given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.

despondent

in low spirits from loss of hope or courage

pervade

to spread through or be present in every part of something.

loiter

to stand or to wait around idly or without apparent purpose

desolate

deserted of people and in a state of bleak and dismal emptiness

lavish

rich, elaborate, and luxurious

fancy

feel a desire or liking for

mire

swampy or boggy ground

jowls

the lower part of a person's or animal's cheek, especially when it is fleshy or drooping.

resolute

admirably purposeful, determines, and unwavering

trifles

something insignificant or of little value

bemoaned

to express discontent or sorrow over something

clemency

to show compassion and forgiveness

gravity

very serious or very important