What word best describes, Chapter 4?

I am working on a project for the scarlett letter and i am having trouble figuring out what word best describes chapter 4 interview.

Asked by Kayla demint18 on 23 Feb 17:07

Last updated by Jill W on 23 Feb 17:38

Answered by Jill W on 23 Feb 17:32

Merciless.... meaning Chillingworth's forgiveness of Hester, as opposed to his determination to ruin Dimmesdale.

You might also use regret in terms of Chillingworth's feelings about having married Hester and leaving her alone.

The Scarlet Letter