Lord of the Flies - Vocabulary with Definitions - Chapter One to Chapter Twelve

Sep 28, 2026

A chapter-by-chapter vocabulary guide for Lord of the Flies, presenting selected words alongside clear definitions. Each entry pairs an original term with concise meaning explanations and, in many cases, brief usage cues through synonyms. Chapters One through Twelve are covered, with additional entries using parenthetical forms such as “-ly” and parallel variants. The resource supports vocabulary building and reading comprehension by clarifying tone, behavior, and descriptive language used across the novel.

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Reading Time3 min

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Chapter One

Chapter Two

Chapter Three

Chapter Four

Chapter Five

Chapter Six

Chapter Seven

Chapter Eight

Chapter Nine

Chapter Ten

Chapter Eleven

Chapter Twelve

Lord of the Flies Vocabulary with Definitions Chapter One 1. clambering-climbing awkwardly 2. proffer-offer; suggestion 3. efflorescence-blossoming; flowering 4. effulgence-brilliance; radiant splendor 5. enmity-hostility; mutual hatred 6. decorous-decent; correct; fitting 7. fulcrum-support on which a lever pivots 8. furtive-sly; surreptitious; underhanded 9. indignation-anger due to unjust treatment 10. bastion-projecting part of a fortification 11. hiatus-break; gap; pause Chapter Two 1. gesticulated-made gestures when speaking to show strong feeling 2. clamored-shouted noisily and insistently 3. ebullience-lively or enthusiastic expression 4. assented-thoughtfully agreed; concurred 5. recrimination-charges against an accuser 6. hayrick-haystack 7. tumult-commotion; riot 8. tirade-long, angry or violent speech Chapter Three 1. festooned-hung like decorations 2. tendril-spiraled stem used for attachment 3. pendant-something suspended; hanging 4. oppressive-depressing; overwhelming 5. inscrutable-not easily understood; mysterious 6. vicissitudes-natural or unexpected changes 7. antagonism-open hostility or opposition 8. indignant-angered by unjust treatment 9. declivities-descending slopes 10. tacit-unspoken; implied 11. susurration-murmur; whispering sound Chapter Four 1. whelming-covering or engulfing completely 2. blatant-obvious in an offensive manner 3. impalpable-incapable of being felt by touch 4. taboo-banned by morality or taste 5. swarthiness-of dark color or complexion 6. sinewy-strong; lean and muscular 7. malevolently-in a manner of vicious hatred Chapter Five 1. lamentably-mournfully; regrettably 2. apex-uppermost point 3. ludicrous-amusing or laughable; absurd 4. ineffectual-useless; ineffective 5. jeer-to mock or taunt 6. derisive-mocking; jeering 7. effigy-a crude representation of a person 8. inarticulate-unable to speak clearly Chapter Six 1. tremulous (ly) -trembling ; quivering; shaking 2. diffident (ly) -shy; timid; reserved 3. leviathan-large sea creature 4. mutinously-rebelliously; unruly; turbulently Chapter Seven 1. coverts-underbrush providing cover for game 2. crestfallen-feeling shame or humiliation 3. glowered-looked with annoyance or anger 4. daunting-discouraging; dismaying 5. impervious-incapable of being affected Chapter Eight 1. prefect-chief officer; monitor in private school 2. rebuke-reprimand; criticize; reprove 3. demure-modest; reserved 4. fervor-emotional intensity; passion 5. demented-mad; insane 6. palled-lost its attraction Chapter Nine 1. corpulent-obese; excessively fat 2. derision-contemptuous laughter; ridicule 3. sauntered-walked at a leisurely pace 4. abominable-detestable; unpleasant Chapter Ten 1. assimilating-comprehending; taking in 2. compelled-urged or drove forcefully Chapter Eleven 1. luminous-emitting steady light 2. myopia-nearsightedness 3. sniveling-whining in a weak manner 4. propitiatingly-pacifying; appeasing 5. quavered-spoke in a trembling voice 6. truculently-savagely; aggressively 7. parried-warded off 8. talisman-object thought to have magical power Chapter Twelve 1. cynical (ly) -distrustful(ly) of human nature 2. acrid-pungent or bitter odor or taste 3. cordon-a line of people enclosing an area 4. ululating-howling; wailing 5. elephantine-massive; clumsy; enormous 6. crepitation-crackling sound 7. epaulettes-fringed shoulder pad on a military uniform ©2006 Secondary Solutions -71- Lord of the Flies

FAQs

What format does this vocabulary guide use for each word?

Each item lists a vocabulary word followed by a hyphen and a concise definition, often including multiple meaning cues or synonyms.

Which parts of the novel are included in the glossary?

The document presents chapter-specific vocabulary from Chapter One through Chapter Twelve.

Does the guide include word forms like “-ly” variants?

Yes. Several entries show forms with “-ly” (for example, “tremulous (ly)”) and provide the related meaning for that form.

Sep 28, 2026

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