english vocab gothic literature

supernatural

Not existing in nature or subject to explanation according to natural laws

macabre

disturbing and horrifying; depiction of death and injury

Atmosphere

a particular environment or surrounding influence

Paranormal

not in accordance with scientific laws

Evoke

call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)

Ominous

giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen

Foreboding

a feeling that something bad will happen

Abysmal

exceptionally bad/displeasing

Diabolical

extremely evil or cruel