| Term | Definition |
| edict | (n) any authoritative proclamation or command; king's law |
| solstice | (n) The time when the sun is furthest from the equator (June 21/Dec. 21)) |
| disintegration | (n) falling apart completely |
| abundance | (n) a great amount |
| radiant | (adj) shining |
| perishable | (adj) dying or going bad in a short time |
| perish | (v) slowly wither and die |
| garrolous | (adj) excessivly talkative |
| pathetic | (adj) inspiring feelings of contempt and pity |
| contempt | (n) open disrespect for a person or thing |
| pity | (n) a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others |