GothicAn adjective used to describe a type of literature that combines horror and romance.
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Relating to a style of literature that is characterized by elements of fear and horror, death, and romance."'Uncle Silas' is a classic example of the Gothic genre."
InheritanceMoney, property, etc., that is received from someone when that person dies.
PĂ«rkufizimet:
Something that is or may be inherited."Upon her father's death, Maud Ruthyn inherited a large estate."
ConspiracyA secret plan by a group to do something harmful or unlawful.
PĂ«rkufizimet:
A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful."Uncle Silas and Madame de la Rougierre were suspected of conspiracy against Maud."
IsolatedFar away from other places, buildings, people.
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Far away from other people, houses, or towns."The Bartram-Haugh manor is situated in an isolated location."
ApparitionA ghost or ghostlike image of a person.
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A ghost or ghostlike image of a person."Several times throughout the novel, Maud encounters an eerie apparition."