1. Flowers for Algenon Vocabulary

2. Flowers for Algernon - Vocabulary
refute – (verb) to prove wrong using evidence
Charlie used his research to refute the work of Drs. Nemur and Strauss.
invariably – (adv.) always
Charlie’s co-workers invariably laughed at his mistakes
regression – (noun) return to an earlier or less advanced condition.
After his regression the mouse no longer could find his way through the maze.
verified – (verb) confirmed
Charlie wanted the results of his research verified by other scientists
obscure – (verb) hide
Charlie wanted to obscure the fact that he was losing his intelligence.
deterioration – (noun used as an adj.) worsening, decline
Because of his mental deterioration, Charlie could no longer read German.
hypothesis (noun) theory to be proved
The doctor’s hypothesis was that they could improve intelligence through surgery.
introspective – (adj.) looking inward, thoughtful
Charlie kept an introspective journal of his thoughts and feelings.