| Term | Definition |
| jealousy | the quality or state of being resentful and envious,as of someone's success or advantages |
| extravagant | too much; wasteful; elaborate or showy |
| intrigue | to arouse the curiosity or interest of |
| scruples | moral or ethical beliefs that restrain one's behavior |
| ancient | very old; aged |
| humiliation | the state of feeling or being shamed or humbled; loss of pride, self-respect or dignity |
| solitary | without companions; being the only one |
| gratitude | the quality or feeling of being thankful or appreciative |
| phalanx | a group of heavily armed infantry formed in ranks and files close and deep, with shields joined and long spears overlapping |
| defrauded | deprived of a right, money, or property by deceit or trickery |
| swarthy | having dark or darkish skin |
| bereft | deprived; lacking something wanted, needed or expected |
| guerilla | a member of a band of irregular soldiers who engage in small raids |
| exploits | striking or notable deeds; heroic feats |
| centurion | in the Roman army, a commander of a century, or about 100, soldiers |
| catapult | an ancient military engine for hurling stones, arrows, etc |
| scurvy | a disease marked by swollen and bleeding gums, and livid spots on the skin, caused by lack of vitamin C |
| incredulous | doubtful; skeptical; expressing disbelief |
| solemnly | seriously, gravely, somber; reverently |
| rous | shining; luminous |