English Literature - VOCAB

Arguing or disagreeing

Quarrelling

Large amount or number of something

Heap

Run with quick light steps, especially through fear or excitement

Scamper

Doing or handling something clumsily

Fumbling

Showing a reckless lack of care or attention

Heedless

Awkward or unsophisticated ways

Gaucherie

Rid (someone or something) of an unwanted quality, condition or feeling

Purge

A mineral or soft rock

Alabaster

A portion of meat, usually served grilled or fried

Cutlets

Petty or trivial

Paltry

Strange; odd

Queer

A reluctance to leave

Lingered

Having a slightly disreputable quality or appearance

Rakish

(of speech) having short, sharp vowel sounds and clear pronunciation

Clipped

Strange or mysterious, especially in an unsettling way

Uncanny

A piece of fabric worn by women over the shoulders or head or wrapped around a baby

Shawls

A formal dance or event often characterised by a banquet followed by a social dancing

Ball

Effusive or exaggeratedly enthusiastic

Gushing

In a secret or dishonest way, often intending to trick people

Slyly

Cloth, curtains, or clothing hanging in loose folds

Drapery

When referring to something unpleasant or of low quality

Wretchedly

Pleasantly smooth or soft; free from harshness

Mellow

Woman’s or girl’s dress

Frock

Creased, ruffled or dishevelled in appearance

Rumpled

Lacking brightness or interest

Drab