Vocabulary for Shelley’s Frankenstein Volume I, Chapters 7–8

decisive

So important as to determine what the result of something will be; pivotal or determinative.

intently

Done with a clear and deliberate intention; purposefully.

conception

An idea or concept; the act of thinking abstractly.

sentiment

An emotion or feeling.

acquit

To decide that someone is not guilty of a crime.

endow

To provide someone with a certain personality trait or physical feature.

exculpate

To prove that someone is not guilty; to clear from alleged fault or guilt.

earnestly

Done in a sincere and serious state of mind.

irreproachable

Perfectly innocent; having no fault and deserving no blame.

perpetrate

To carry out a crime; to do something bad to others.