Vocabulary

There are many unfamiliar words in Lord of the Flies. Here, we have compiled a list of definition for possible unfamiliar words.


 * Astern - backwards (page 29)
 * Gesticulate - to gesture dramatically (page 34)
 * Conspiratorial - relating to the concept of conspiracy (which is the act of scheming behind another's back) (page 37)
 * Opaque - cannot been seen through (page 53)
 * Susurration - a whisper, rustle, or mumble (page 57)
 * Taboo - a practice, belief or thing in society that is looked down upon by society, and/or thought of as unacceptable (page 62)
 * Swarthiness - a dark complexion (page 62)
 * Exasperation - intense irritation or annoyance (page 102)
 * Decorum - decorations; the quality of decoration (page 110)
 * Loiter - to idle in a spot without apparent purpose (page 112)
 * Flank - side of a person or animals body (page 134)
 * Palled - became increasingly unappealing or disinteresting (page 136)
 * Festooned - adorned with decorations (page 146)
 * Garlanded - adorned or crowned with a garland (page 149)
 * Derision - contemptuous ridicule or mockery (page 149)
 * Myopia - the condition of near-sightedness (page 169)
 * Propitiatingly - to make favorably inclined (page 173)
 * Epaulettes - ornamental shoulder pieces on top of an article of clothing (200)