macbeth act 2 vocabulary
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 lament | to mourn or express sorrow in a demonstrative manner |
| entreat | to make an earnest request |
| augment | to make greater or to supplement |
| sentinel | one who keeps guard as a sentry |
| stealthy | acting in a secret and sneaky way |
| prate | to talk idly or foolishly at great length |
| quench | to extinguish, to put out, to relieve with liquid |
| equivocate | to attempt to lie, to mislead, or to hide the truth |
| obscure | difficult to see, vague |
| clamor | loud noise or shouting |
| temperate | marked by moderation; keeping within limits, not excessive |
| expedition | a journey or excursion undertaken for a specific purpose |
| scruples | an ethical consideration or principle that inhibits action |
| malice | desire to harm others |
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