25 Ambitious Gothic Words Flashcards

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What does the word 'appalled' mean?

horrified (correct)

confused

happy

excited

What is the meaning of 'supernatural'?

natural

beyond the laws of nature (correct)

ordinary

simple

What does 'transfixed' mean?

to run away

to fall asleep

to become motionless with horror, wonder, or astonishment (correct)

to be happy

The word 'quivering' means?

trembling Signup and view all the answers

What does 'aghast' mean?

feeling horror Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'sombre'?

dark and gloomy Signup and view all the answers

What does 'dreary' mean?

sad or gloomy Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'intimidating'?

frightening Signup and view all the answers

What does 'rancid' mean?

having a bad taste or smell; spoiled Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'fetid'?

smelling extremely unpleasant Signup and view all the answers

What does 'eerie' mean?

strange and frightening Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'opaque'?

not letting light through; impossible to see through Signup and view all the answers

What does 'apprehension' mean?

anxiety or fear about the future Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'disgust'?

strong feelings of dislike Signup and view all the answers

What does 'macabre' mean?

horrible or grim Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'hysteria'?

extreme excitement, fear, or anger that is out of control Signup and view all the answers

What does 'grotesque' mean?

distorted or bizarre Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'repulsion'?

desire to avoid or disgust Signup and view all the answers

What does 'consternation' mean?

dismay and confusion Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'gruesome'?

causing shock or horror Signup and view all the answers

What does 'mayhem' mean?

chaos Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'harrowing'?

terrifying Signup and view all the answers

What does 'dismay' mean?

to discourage Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Gothic Vocabulary

Appalled: A feeling of horror, often associated with shocking events or actions.
Supernatural: Pertaining to phenomena that exceed the natural laws, commonly found in gothic literature.
Transfixed: A state of becoming motionless due to horror, wonder, or astonishment, often experienced by characters in tense situations.
Quivering: The act of trembling, often indicative of fear or anxiety.
Aghast: A strong reaction of horror, typically in response to something unexpected or disturbing.
Sombre: Describes a dark and gloomy atmosphere, frequently used to set a tone in gothic storytelling.
Dreary: Characterizes a sad or gloomy mood, contributing to an oppressive environment in narratives.
Intimidating: Elicits feelings of fear; often used to describe settings or characters that evoke anxiety.
Rancid: Refers to food or substances that have spoiled and developed an unpleasant taste or smell.
Fetid: Denotes an extremely unpleasant smell, adding to the horror elements in gothic settings.
Eerie: Describes a strange and frightening quality, enhancing the unsettling atmosphere in gothic works.
Opaque: Objects that do not allow light to pass through, often symbolizing mystery and obscurity.
Apprehension: A sense of anxiety or fear regarding future events, contributing to suspense in narratives.
Disgust: A strong feeling of dislike, often portrayed by characters encountering revolting situations or entities.
Macabre: Associated with grim or horrible elements, commonly underscoring death and decay in stories.
Hysteria: A state of extreme excitement or fear that becomes uncontrollable, often affecting numerous characters.
Grotesque: Represents distorted or bizarre images and actions, enhancing horror elements in descriptions.
Repulsion: A strong desire to avoid something, drawing attention to negative experiences or sights.
Consternation: A feeling of dismay and confusion, frequently experienced by characters in critical moments.
Gruesome: Describes actions or images that cause shock or horror, often depicting violence or brutality.
Mayhem: Denotes a state of chaos, typically resulting from a climactic event or conflict.
Harrowing: Associated with experiences that are deeply distressing or terrifying.
Dismay: A feeling of discouragement and disappointment, often shown in characters facing bleak situations.

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Test your vocabulary with these 25 ambitious gothic words. Each flashcard features a word along with its definition, perfect for enhancing your understanding of gothic literature and themes. Get ready to dive into a world of horror, wonder, and dark imagery.