Frankenstein vocab

zeal

Great energy, eagerness or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause.

reprobated

Condemned, disapproved of.

fetter

Shackle or chain (for feet).

odious

Offensive, repulsive.

convalescence

Gradual recovery after illness.

dilatory

Quality of being slow, tending to procrastinate.

salubrious

Health-giving, wholesome, or promoting well-being.

wantonly

Shamelessly, deliberately, & without regard for rightness.

ignominy

A great personal dishonor from shameful action.

perdition

Eternal damnation / spiritual ruin (synonymous with hell).

indignant

Anger or annoyance at something perceived as unjust.

unhallowed

Unholy, wicked, or sinful.

complacency

Excessive satisfaction or self-satisfaction.

solitude

Self-imposed, tortured isolation from humanity.

abhorrence

'Detestation, hate & disgust.

ephemeral

Lasting for only a short time; short-lived.

precipitous

Something extremely steep, with a sense of drop.

malignity

Intense ill will / deep-rooted spite, hostility, resentment.

venerable

Worthy of respect/reverence (from great age/wisdom).

enigmatic

Describes things hard to understand; perplexing.

poignantly

Something keenly, sharply, or painfully affecting.

sagacity

Wisdom, discernment, and sound judgment.

succour

Assistance / help in times of trouble.

feint

A deceptive move or trick.

siroc

hot steady wind.

acquiesced

Accept, agree, or comply in silence.

palpitate

Beat rapidly or strongly.

sanguinary

flowing with blood.

insatiable

Impossible to satisfy / fulfill; constantly wanting more.

opprobrium

Disgrace and/or dishonor.