Beowulf Vocab. Part #3
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emilykpetty on October 9, 2011
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 canny | having or showing shrewdness and good judgement, esp. in money or business matters (adj.) |
| fen | a low marshy or frequently flooded area of land (n.) |
| depredation | an act of attacking or plundering (n.) |
| scree | a mass of small loose stones that form or cover a slope on a mountain (n.) |
| flank | be situated on one side of or on one side of (someone/something) (n.) |
| menace | a person or thing that is likely to cause harm; a threat or danger (n.) |
| gallant | (of a person or their behavior) brave; heroic (adj.) |
| resolute | admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering (adj.) |
| ruthless | having or showing no pity or compassion for others (adj.) |
| sage | having, showing, or indicating profound wisdom (adj.) |
| fetter | a chain or manacle used to restrain a prisoner,typically placed around the ankles (n.) |
| emboss | carve or mold a design on (a surface) so that it stands out in relief (v.) |
| retribution | punishment that is considered to be morally right and fully deserved (n.) |
| deluge | a severe flood (n.) |
| venerable | accorded a great deal of respect, esp. because of age, wisdom, or character (adj.) |
| bode | be an omen of a particular outcome (v.) |
| heirloom | a valuable object that has belonged to a family for several generations (n.) |
| wield | hold and use (a weapon or tool) (v.) |
| felicity | intense happiness (n.) |
| alacrity | brisk and cheerful readiness (n.) |
| malice | the intention or desire to do evil; ill will (n.) |
| sentry | a soldier stationed to keep guard or to control access to a place (n.) |
| pariah | an outcast (n.) |
| carouse | drink plentiful amounts of alcohol and enjoy oneself with others in a noisy, lively way (v.) |
| eminent | (of a person) famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession (adj.) |
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