"Miss Clairol" and Other Short Stories Glossary

by

"Miss Clairol" and Other Short Stories Glossary

By · Edited by Patrick Kennedy · Last reviewed

magenta

A shade of light purple with reddish highlights.

chiffon

A sheer silky fabric.

askew

In a crooked state that is out of joint.

vestments

The robes worn by members of the clergy.

germinated

Having begun the process of producing or growing something.

impel

To incite or urge an action.

percolator

A kitchen appliance that was used to brew coffee before the modern coffee-maker was invented.

blotched

Marked by patches of discoloration.

haphazardly

Done in an erratic way without planning or order.

metamorphosed

Having transformed from one form into another.

anguish

Extreme emotional heartbreak.

wavering

To be in a state of fluctuation

blubbering

A very loud and dramatic form of weeping.

cantina

A bar or tavern associated with Latin American culture.

virile

Extremely masculine and vigorous.

proprietor

The sole owner of an establishment.

pulsate

To expand and contract in a rhythmic manner.

sputtering

Making a sizzling or popping sound.

scrutinizers

Questioners or examiners.

tranquility

A state of serenity and peacefulness.

Update this section!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this section.

Update this section

After you claim a section you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.

Cite this page

Study Guide for “Miss Clairol” and Other Short Stories

"Miss Clairol" and Other Short Stories study guide contains a biography of Helena Maria Viramontes, literature essays, quiz questions, major themes, characters, and a full summary and analysis.

Read the Study Guide for “Miss Clairol” and Other Short Stories…

Essays for “Miss Clairol” and Other Short Stories

"Miss Clairol" and Other Short Stories essays are academic essays for citation. These papers were written primarily by students and provide critical analysis of "Miss Clairol" and Other Short Stories by Helena Maria Viramontes.