| Term | Definition |
|---|
| plain style | type of writing characterized by simple, unadorned sentences and references to everyday objects and the Bible |
| Puritans | group who wanted to purify the corrupt Catholic Church |
| inversion | poetic device changing typical order of a line |
| profane | irreverant |
| reproved | reprimanded |
| relent | give in; soften |
| confederates | allies |
| consultation | meeting to plan |
| melancholy | sad |
| bewitching | enticing; irresistible |
| plunder | goods seized after an attack |
| decrepit | worn down by age or use |
| affliction | pain; hardship |
| savory | appetizing |
| lamentable | regrettable; distressing |
| wearisome | exhausting |
| tedious | monotonous; dreary |
| bereft | grieving |
| abide | endure |
| execrations | curses; angry words |
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