The Condition of the Working Class in England Glossary

The Condition of the Working Class in England Glossary

Delineation

Depiction, Representation, Portrayal (Noun).

Dispersion

Dissipation, Distribution, Disbandment (Noun).

Vigorous

Spirited, Lively, Mettlesome, Enthusiastic (Adjective).

Vicinity

Neighborhood, Locality, Surroundings (Noun).

Fluctuation

Variation, Alteration, Oscillation (Noun).

Apathetic

Indifferent, Disinterested, Unconcerned, Lackadaisical (Adjective).

Indifference

Lack of involvement, Nonchalance, Detachment (Noun).

Seclusion

Isolation, Withdrawal, Retreat (Noun).

Inefficient

Incompetent, Incapable, Unskilled (Adjective).

Bequeath

Consign, Entrust, Transfer (Verb).

Antiquated

Outdated, Old-fashioned, Archaic, Anachronistic (Adjective).

Contrive

Create, Manufacture, Cause to happen (Verb).

Adaptation

Alteration, Modification, Adjustment (Noun).

Foregoing

Preceding, Aforementioned (Adjective).

Colossal

Gigantic, Titanic, Huge (Adjective).

Obliterated

Exterminated, Annihilated, Abolished (Adjective).

Micawber

A reference to Mr. Micawber in David Copperfield by Charles Dickens.

Perpetually

Constantly, Continuously, Incessantly (Adverb).

Turmoil

Tumult, Uproar, Commotion, Disorder (Noun).

Reciprocal

Mutual, Corresponding, Correlative (Adjective).

Unequivocal

Indisputable, Unmistakable, Indubitable (Adjective).

Impede

Hinder, Obstruct, Disrupt (Verb).

Philanthropy

Generosity, Benevolence, Munificence (Noun).

Calumniated

Falsely or baselessly defamed (Adjective).

Undaunted

Unafraid, Fearless (Adjective).

Unrestrained

Uncontrolled, Unchecked, Unrestrained (Adjective).

Intimidation

Frightening, Menacing, Terrorizing (Noun).

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