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Frankenstein vocab
Term | Definition |
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foreboding | (n): an omen, prediction, or presentiment of upcoming evil |
desolation | (n): barren wasteland |
perpetual | (adj): endless, lasting |
satiate | (v): to satisfy |
ascertain | (v): to determine, discover, make certain of |
endowment | (n): a natural gift, ability, or characteristic of someone |
inexorable | (adj): inflexible, unyielding |
prudence | (n): carefulness, caution |
countenance | (n): appearance, facial expression |
repose | (n): a lack of activity |
ardour | (n): passion, enthusiasm |
niche | (n): recess in a wall; place |
consecrate | (v): to declare sacred |
fortitude | (n): strength, stamina |
fortnight | (n): a 14-day period |
capacious | (adj): large, roomy, extensive |