Huck Finn Vocabulary

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Vocabulary

Vocabulary Chapters 1-7

Interest (1)—money paid for the use of money
Considerable (1)—large
Skiff (2)—small, light boat
Ransomed (2)—freed for a demanded sum of money
Providence (3)—guiding force of the universe; heaven
Stile (4)—steps for climbing over a fence or wall
Counterfeit (4)—false
Guardian (5)—person legally in charge of a minor
Infernal (6)—hellish; hateful
Abreast (7)—side by side

Vocabulary Chapters 8-13

Carcass (8)—dead body
Brash (8)—bold
Abolitionist (8)—one who wants to outlaw slavery
Speculate (8)—to invest money in hopes of making a profit
Rummaged (10)—searched
Sly (11)—crafty
Thicket (12)—thick growth of shrubs or small trees
Earnest (12)—sincere
Stern (13)—rear end of a boat
Plunder (13)—stolen goods

Vocabulary Chapters 14-18

Gaudy (14)—showy, elaborate
Budge (15)—move
Dismal (15)—gloomy
Spunk (16)—spirit, nerve
Wince (17)—shrink, cringe
Scoured (17)—scrubbed
Pensive (17)—thoughtful
Aristocracy (18)—those believed to be superior
Capered (18)—pranced, leapt
Ransacked (18)—searched

Vocabulary Chapters 19-22

Temperance (19)—restraint from drinking alcohol
Frauds (19)—impostors, cheaters
Haughty (20)—proud, arrogant
Histrionic (20)—related to acting or actors
Contrite (20)—apologetic, regretful
Sublime (21)—noble, grand
Endure (21)—put up with
Lanky (21)—tall and thin
Pluck (22)—spirit, courage
Sheepish (22)—embarrassed

Vocabulary Chapters 23-27

Provisions (23)—supplies to put aside for future use
Meddling (24)—interfering
Pious (24)—religious
Orgies (25)—wild parties
Obsequies (25)—funeral ceremonies
Garret (26)—attic
Eavesdrop (26)—listen in on another’s conversation
Estate (26)—belongings and property left by a deceased person
Keen (27)—sharp
Capital (27)—investment money

Vocabulary Chapters 28-31

Brute (28)—a cruel person
Heirs (28)—those who inherit money or property
Candid (29)—honest, truthful
Ingenious (29)—clever, intelligent
Cheek (29)—boldness, nerve
Cravats (30)—neckties
Mellow (30)—calm, relaxed
Despises (31)—hates
Venture (31)—dare
Bogus (31)—fake

Vocabulary Chapters 32-37

Meek (32)—humble, mild, submissive
Deceived (33)—tricked, misled
Lunatic (33)—insane person
Impudent (33)—bold, brazen, rude
Severe (34)—stern, harsh
Contrive (35)—invent, concoct

Vocabulary Chapters 38-43

Flaws (38)—imperfections, errors
Tedious (38)—tiresome
Premises (39)—buildings and the land around them
Frock (39)—girl’s dress
Unfurled (40)—opened, spread out
Row (40)—argument
Singular (41)—unusual, odd
Faculties (41)—abilities
Grave (42)—serious
Sultry (42)—hot, stuffy`