book 2 vocab

Trepidation–Alarm, perturbation, agitation, or a trembling movement.

Reversionary–Having to do with the right to process a certain property under inheritance, birthright, or similar conditions; a gift, birthright, or heritage.

Quartering–To cut into four pieces.

Illustrious–Memorable, well-known, famous, and distinguished.

Bestrewn–Scattered, dissipated, and dispersed.

Sublime–Elevated, inspiring, noble, or exalted.

Pernicious–Baneful, harmful, noxious, or deadly.

Fervent–Passionate, ardent, enthusiastic, or pious.

Acquitted–Found not guilty, freed, released, or exonerated.

Laconic–Short, to the point, succinct, brief, and clear.

Unscrupulous–Unprincipled, unethical, and immoral.

Sultry–-Hot, humid, and muggy.

Ignobly–Dishonorably or shamefully.

Malady–A disease or illness.

Renounce–To abdicate, forsake, abandon, or repudiate.

Gallantry–An act of courtesy.

Incorrigible–Unruly, uncooperative, intractable, or delinquent.

Magnanimous–Generous, charitable, unselfish, or noble.

Morose–Sullen and gloomy.

Degradation–Humiliation, debasement, degeneration, or feeling demoralized.

Urchin–A mischievous youngster, brat, punk, whippersnapper, or menace.

Dubious–Doubtful, incredulous, and ambiguous.

Repast–A meal or feast.

Docile–Obedient, meek, mild-mannered, or submissive.

Consecrated–Devoted, holy, pledged, or blessed.

Sagacity–Discernment, insight, or sound judgment.

Fidelity–Faithfulness or loyalty.

Turnkey–A jailer or prison guard.

Impassive–Calm, stoic, indifferent, or apathetic.

Exultant–Elated, joyous, jubilant, or rejoiceful.