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vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| tumultuous | Excited, confused, or disorderly |
| amiss | not quite right, inappropriate or out of place |
| fastidiousness | very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail |
| pang | a sudden sharp or painful emotion |
| portentously | done in a pompous or overly solemn manner so as to impress |
| steadfast | dutifully firm and unwavering |
| Apparition | a ghost or ghostlike image of a person |
| Copious | abundant in supply or quantity |
| Enormity | great or extreme scale, seriousness, or extent of something perceived as bad or morally wrong |
| Shrewd | having or showing sharp powers of judgment |
| Surge | a sudden powerful or upward movement |
| Balustrade | a railing or support for a balcony, bridge, or terrace |
| Morose | sullen and ill-tempered |
| Undulating | move in a smooth wavelike motion |
| Jovial | cheerful and friendly |
| Skeptical | not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations |