Vocab Quiz for Frankenstein

Multiplicity

A large number or great variety of things.

Declamatory

Speaking in a loud, dramatic, or emotional way, as if giving a speech.

Efface

To erase or wipe something out completely.

Disquisitions

Long and formal discussions or written arguments about a subject.

Irrevocably

In a way that cannot be undone or changed.

Ardour

Strong passion or enthusiasm.

Precipitous

Very steep or sudden.

Prognostications

Predictions or forecasts about what will happen in the future.

Monotonous

Dull and repetitive; lacking variety or interest.

Myriads

A countless or extremely large number of things.

Emulation

The act of trying to equal or do better than someone out of admiration.

Unsullied

Pure, clean, and not stained or damaged.

Ardently

Doing something with great passion or emotion.

Exordium

The beginning or introduction of a speech or argument.

Lulled

Calmed or soothed, often into sleep or relaxation.

Countenance

A person's facial expression or appearance.

Odious

Extremely unpleasant or hateful.

Countenances

Plural of countenance; various facial expressions or looks.

Puerile

Childish or immature, especially in a silly or foolish way.

Recompence

A payment or reward for effort, or compensation for harm.