Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Glossary

aberration

something atypical; a deviation from the standard.

abject

(of a situation or condition) extremely bad, unpleasant, and degrading.

alluringly

done in a manner that is very attractive or tempting; enticingly; seductively.

antiquated

extremely old, seeming to belong to an earlier period.

aura

distinctive but intangible quality around a person or thing.

Auror

a Ministry of Magic employee for the Department of Magical Law Enforcement

barreling

drive or move fast, often heedless of surroundings or conditions.

candidly

frank; outspoken; open and sincere.

contrite

deeply sorrowful or repentant for a wrong.

dilettante

someone with an amateurish and superficial interest in a topic.

discombobulated

disconcert or confuse (someone).

disconsolate

deeply unhappy or dejected; without hope, beyond consolation.

contorts

twists or bends out of its normal shape.

fervor

intense and passionate feeling.

gait

a person's manner of walking.

instill

teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions.

imperiously

domineering in a haughty manner; dictatorial; overbearing.

lax

not sufficiently strict, severe, or careful.

murkier

not fully explained or understood, especially with concealed dishonesty or immorality.

nonchalantly

coolly unconcerned, indifferent, or unexcited; casual.

palpable

Capable of being touched or felt; easily seen, heard, or recognized.

progeny

a descendant or the descendants of a person, animal, or plant; offspring.

ripple

a small wave on the surface of a liquid.

Time-Turner

a magical device that allows the user to go back in time and modify the past

vitriol

abusive or venomous language to express blame or censure.

warily

in a manner marked by keen caution and watchful prudence.

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