The meaning of these words Hi everyone, - What "signs of the supernatural" means here: "But these unfailing signs of the supernatural are partly concealed and greatly softened by the abundant foliage of a large vine overrunning the entire structure." - What "tabooed" and "challenge observation" mean: "He and his sister-in-law were rather tabooed by their neighbors, who seemed to think that they were seen too frequently together--not entirely their fault, for at these times they evidently did not challenge observation." - What "in the manner of its kind" means: "Naturally, whatever was movable about the place soon disappeared and the deserted house became "haunted" in the manner of its kind." Thanks in advance.