Pride and Prejudice

Chapters 3 & 4: Word List

Word Meaning Usage

Persuade (v) Make or convince (someone) to do
something through reasoning or
argument.
Criticize (v) indicate the faults of (someone or
something) in a disapproving way.
My mother always tries to
persuade me to spend time with
my younger siblings
The opposition never missed a
chance to criticize the
government's failure to provide
relief to the flood victims.

Terrible (adj) extremely bad or serious. Tina took some medicine for the
terrible cough.

Wicked (adj) 1. evil or morally wrong. The wicked witch of the east
wanted Dorothy to give her the
ruby slippers.

Permission (n) the action of officially allowing Sandra asked her mother to sign
someone to do a particular thing; the permission slip, allowing her
consent or authorization. to go on the field trip.

Compliment (n) a polite expression of praise or My mother is always

admiration. complimented on her beautiful
handwriting.

Charming (adj) very pleasant or attractive. The charming countryside

attracted many tourists to the
area.

Humble (adj) 1. having or showing a modest or low I felt very humble when meeting
estimate of one's importance. the President.

2. of low social, administrative, or

political rank. Despite her humble, unprivileged
background, she worked hard to
achieve her dream of becoming
an astrophysicist.

Parsonage (n) a church house provided for a member

of the clergy.

Behaviour (n) the way in which one acts or conducts The whole school vouches for her
oneself, especially towards others. good behaviour.