The Fall of the House of Usher pg 1 and 2 Vocabulary

What does "Oppressively" mean?

• In a way that feels heavy or uncomfortable.

• Unusually or especially.

• Dull, dark, and depressing.

• A deep, sad feeling.

What is the meaning of "Singularly"?

• A feeling or emotion.

• Unusually or especially.

• Empty, lonely, or abandoned.

• A temporary failure or break.

What does "Dreary" describe?

• A strong, sharp taste.

• Dull, dark, and depressing.

• A feeling from the senses.

• A person’s usual mood or behavior.

What is "Melancholy"?

• A deep, sad feeling.

• Too unpleasant to deal with.

• A feeling or emotion.

• A lack of something important.

What does "Sternest" mean?

• The most serious or strict.

• Empty, lonely, or abandoned.

• A feeling from the senses.

• A lack of something important.

What is the meaning of "Desolate"?

• Cold, sad, or without hope.

• Empty, lonely, or abandoned.

• A temporary failure or break.

• A belief in things not based on reason.

What does "Bleak" describe?

• Cold, sad, or without hope.

• A feeling or emotion.

• A strong, sharp taste.

• A person’s usual mood or behavior.

What does "Decayed" mean?

• Rotten or falling apart.

• A feeling or emotion.

• A place where someone lives.

• Property or money inherited from family.

What is "Sensation"?

• A feeling from the senses.

• A strong, sharp taste.

• A temporary failure or break.

• A belief in things not based on reason.

What does "Bitter" describe?

• A strong, sharp taste or a feeling of deep sadness/anger.

• A feeling or emotion.

• A place where someone lives.

• Property or money inherited from family.