Scarlet Letter Study Guide Vocabulary
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StellarBrownies on September 19, 2009
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Vocabulary from the crossword puzzle study guide.
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 alchemy | changing something common into something precious |
| propagate | publicize |
| etymologist | one who studies word derivations |
| obstinacy | stubbornness |
| venerable | respected; sacred |
| vigilance | watchfulness |
| allot | to divide or distribute in shares |
| defunct | dead or inactive |
| intrinsic | originating within |
| albeit | although |
| polemical | controversial |
| impunity | freedom from punishment |
| dank | cold and damp |
| stalwart | strong |
| brazen | bold |
| sojourn | a temporary stay |
| abate | to put an end to or lessen |
| sanctity | godliness or sacredness |
| odious | deserving of hatred |
| martial | war-like |
| heterogeneous | different in kind |
| assimilate | to be absorbed into the dominant culture |
| guise | manner of fashion |
| enmity | established hatred |
| subsistence | existence |
| malice | ill will |
| peremptory | leaving no opportunity for denial |
| vehemence | forcefulness |
| countenances | looks; expressions |
| efficacy | effectiveness |
| abasement | lowering of rank, office or esteem |
| tempestuous | stormy |
| expiation | atonement |
| gesticulation | expression through gesture |
| latent | dormant |
| utopia | place or state of perfection |
| dexterity | skill; deftness |
| emissary | messenger |
| sagacity | shrewdness |
| incantations | chants |
| sooth | truth; reality |
| congenial | pleasant, friendly |
| amenable | willing to yield; agreeable |
| edifice | building |
| somnambulism | sleepwalking |
| behest | earnest request |
| tenacity | persistence |
| abashed | embarrassed |
| piety | religious faithfulness |
| erudition | knowledge acquired from books |
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