The Pillow Book (Film) Glossary

by Peter Greenaway

The Pillow Book (Film) Glossary

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despicable

when something or someone deserves hatred and contempt.

Bitter

feeling or showing anger, hurt, or resentment because of bad experiences or a sense of unjust treatment.

Veil

to conceal/cover something

Delight

When you take great joy in something

Personable

having a pleasant appearance and manner

Affinity

to have a natural liking towards something/someone

lacquered

to paint something

accustomed

to become used to something

erroneous

when something is wrong/incorrect

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