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Scarlet Letter V2
26-50
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| veneration | commanding respect due to age or associated dignity |
| expiation | to atone for; to make amends for |
| erudite | learned or scholarly (smart) |
| scurrlious | grossly or obscenely abusive |
| obviate | to anticipate and prevent or eliminate; render unnecessary |
| propinquity | nearness in place; proximity |
| sedulous | diligent in application or attention; perserving |
| precocity | having mature qualities at a young age |
| acrid | extremely or sharply stinging or bitter |
| enigma | a puzzling or inexplicable occurrence or event |
| asperity | harshness or sharpness of tone, temper, or manner |
| loquacity | exceedingly talkitive |
| misanthropy | hatred, dislike, or distrust of mankind |
| colloquy | conversation; dialogue |
| denizen | an inhabitant; resident |
| inured | to accustom to hardship; toughen or harden |
| vicissitude | unexpectedly changing circumstances |
| pithy | brief, forceful, and meaningful in expression; forcible |
| effervescence | to show enthusiasm or liveliness |
| tempestuous | turbulent; stormy |
| probity | adherence to the highest principles or ideals; uprightness |
| necromancy | communication with the dead; black art |
| apotheosized | elevation to divine status |
| conjectural | forming an opinion or theory without proof |
| penitence | regret for one's wrong doings; repentance |