Clash of Kings

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Pytanie Odpowiedź
accede
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to agree or consent
Despite his initial reluctance, he eventually acceded to their demands.
acron
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a name or term formed from the initial letters of other words
"UNESCO" is an acron for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
adultery
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voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and someone other than their lawful spouse
Adultery is considered a breach of trust in many societies.
aft
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towards or at the stern or rear of a ship or aircraft
The sailors gathered aft to watch the sunset.
alacrity
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brisk and cheerful readiness
She accepted the challenge with alacrity.
appeased
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to satisfy or relieve
He appeased his hunger with a hearty meal.
arses
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plural of "arse," meaning the buttocks
The comedian slipped on a banana peel and landed on his arses.
assiduously
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with great care and perseverance
She worked assiduously to achieve her goals.
astringent
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causing the contraction of body tissues
The astringent taste of the medicine made her grimace.
athwart
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across from side to side
The log lay athwart the path, blocking their way.
aurochs
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an extinct large wild ox of Europe, Asia, and North Africa
Cave paintings depict the hunting of aurochs by ancient humans.
balking
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to hesitate or be unwilling to accept an idea or undertaking
Despite his talent, he was balking at taking on the leadership role.
barnacles
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marine crustaceans that typically attach themselves to hard surfaces
The boat's hull was encrusted with barnacles.
baser
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comparative form of "base," meaning low in rank or quality
He showed his baser instincts when he resorted to lying to cover up his mistake.
baubles
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small, showy trinkets or ornaments
The Christmas tree was adorned with colorful baubles.
beckoned
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to make a gesture with the hand, arm, or head to encourage someone to come nearer or follow
She beckoned for him to join her at the table.
beleaguered
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beset with difficulties
The beleaguered company struggled to stay afloat amidst financial turmoil.
bereft
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deprived of or lacking something, especially a non material asset
She felt bereft of hope after the tragic loss of her loved one.
besmirch
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to damage the reputation of someone or something
He attempted to besmirch her character with unfounded accusations.
besotted
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strongly infatuated
He was besotted with her from the moment they met.
bestowed
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to present or give (an honor, right, or gift)
The king bestowed knighthood upon the brave warrior.
betroth
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to enter into a formal agreement to marry
They were betrothed in a traditional ceremony.
bovine
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relating to or resembling cattle
His expression was utterly bovine as he listened to the lecture.
brayed
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to make a loud, harsh cry
The donkey brayed loudly in the field.
breeches
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short trousers fastened just below the knee
He wore breeches and tall boots for horseback riding.
bulwark
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a defensive wall or barrier
The fortress was protected by a sturdy bulwark.
callow
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inexperienced and immature
He spoke with a callow confidence that belied his lack of real world experience.
caltrop
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a spiked metal device thrown on the ground to impede wheeled vehicles or cavalry
The soldiers scattered caltrops to hinder the enemy's advance.
camelry
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a group of camels
The caravan was led by a camelry through the desert.
cantered
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to move at a moderate and steady pace on horseback
The horse cantered gracefully around the arena.
carbuncle
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a severe abscess or multiple boils in the skin
The doctor treated the carbuncle with antibiotics.
caromed
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to rebound or deflect off a surface
The billiard ball caromed off the cushion and sank into the pocket.
carrack
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a large merchant ship of a kind operating in European waters in the 14th to the 17th century
The carrack sailed proudly into the harbor, laden with goods from distant lands.
centipedes
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small, carnivorous invertebrates with many legs
he garden was infested with centipedes, much to the gardener's dismay.
chastise
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to rebuke or reprimand severely
The teacher chastised the student for being late to class.
cinched
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to make certain of something
With his skills, winning the competition was cinched.
cinders
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partially burned pieces of coal or wood
The fire left behind only cold cinders.
commendable
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deserving praise
His bravery in the face of danger was commendable.
concur
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to agree or be of the same opinion
I concur with your assessment of the situation.
conflagration
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a large destructive fire
The entire building was consumed by the conflagration.
conjured
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to call upon (a spirit or ghost) to appear, by means of a magic ritual
The magician conjured a rabbit out of his hat.
contended
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to assert something as a position in an argument
She contended that the decision was unjust.
covetous
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having or showing a strong desire for what others have
His covetous gaze lingered on the shiny new car.
creak
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a harsh, high pitched sound made by something old or damaged when it moves
The old floorboards creaked under his weight.
crestfallen
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sad and disappointed
He looked crestfallen when he realized he had lost the competition.
cudgels
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short thick sticks used as weapons
The villagers armed themselves with cudgels to defend against the invaders.
cumbered
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hampered or hindered by something
He felt cumbered by the weight of his responsibilities.
dappling
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to mark or become marked with small spots or patches of color
The sunlight dappling through the leaves created a beautiful pattern on the forest floor.
decencies
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standards of polite behavior
He was raised with a sense of decencies that he always adhered to.
derision
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contemptuous ridicule or mockery
His proposal was met with derision by the committee members.
designed
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to plan or outline in detail
The architect designed a stunning new skyscraper for the city skyline.
devious
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showing a skillful use of underhanded tactics to achieve goals
She took a devious route to avoid the traffic jam.
devout
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having or showing deep religious feeling or commitment
She was a devout believer who attended church regularly.
dire
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extremely serious or urgent
The situation had reached a dire point, and immediate action was necessary.
diverting
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entertaining or amusing
The comedian's jokes were diverting, making the audience laugh uproariously.
drapes
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heavy curtains
She drew the drapes to block out the sunlight.
dullard
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a slow or stupid person
He was often dismissed as a dullard because of his lack of academic success.
emaciated
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abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food
The emaciated dog was rescued from the streets.
encampment
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a place with temporary accommodations consisting of tents or simple huts
The soldiers set up their encampment at the edge of the forest.
ermine
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a stoat, especially when in its white winter coat
The royal robe was lined with luxurious ermine fur.
fastidious
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very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail
She was known for her fastidious attention to cleanliness.
faun
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a mythical creature that is part human and part goat, with the legs of a goat and the upper body of a human
In ancient mythology, fauns were often depicted as mischievous woodland spirits.
feeble
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lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness
The old man's feeble voice barely rose above a whisper.
fester
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to become worse or more intense, especially through long term neglect or indifference
Resentment began to fester between the two friends after their argument.
festooned
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adorned with decorations, typically hanging in curves
The room was festooned with colorful streamers for the party.
fettered
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restrained or confined
He felt fettered by the expectations placed upon him by society.
feuds
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prolonged and bitter quarrels or disputes
The feud between the two families lasted for generations.
fickle
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changing frequently, especially in regards to one's loyalties, interests, or affections
She grew tired of his fickle behavior and decided to end the relationship.
fissured
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having a long, narrow opening or crack
The ground was fissured by the earthquake.
flamboyance
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a tendency to attract attention because of one's exuberance, confidence, or stylishness
His flamboyance made him the center of attention wherever he went.
flouted
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openly disregard or disobey a rule, law, or convention
He flouted the speed limit, driving recklessly down the highway.
flustered
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agitated or confused, especially as a result of being hurried or embarrassed
She became flustered when she realized she had forgotten her speech.
foliage
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plant leaves, collectively
The forest was dense with lush foliage.
folly
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lack of good sense or foresight; a foolish act or idea
It was sheer folly to attempt climbing the mountain in such treacherous weather.
forlorn
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pitifully sad and abandoned or lonely
The puppy's forlorn expression tugged at her heartstrings.
fornicate
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engage in sexual intercourse
In some cultures, it is considered taboo to fornicate before marriage.
frail
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weak and delicate
The frail old woman needed assistance to walk.
frailty
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the condition of being weak or delicate
Despite her physical frailty, she remained mentally sharp.
furtive
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attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble
He cast a furtive glance over his shoulder before slipping into the alley.
garbed
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dressed in distinctive clothing or attire
The actors were garbed in elaborate costumes for the performance.
glee
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great delight or pleasure
The children squealed with glee as they opened their presents.
glided
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moved smoothly and effortlessly
The swan glided across the pond with grace.
gruffly
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in a rough or surly manner
He responded gruffly to her question, clearly annoyed.
guileless
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innocent and without deception
His guileless manner made it difficult for him to detect dishonesty in others.
guise
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an external form, appearance, or manner of presentation
The thief operated under the guise of a friendly neighbor.
gunwale
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the upper edge of the side of a boat or ship
They sat on the gunwale, dangling their feet over the water.
gusting
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blowing in sudden, strong bursts
The wind was gusting so fiercely that it was difficult to walk straight.
hastened
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to be quick to do something
She hastened to apologize for her mistake.
hemmed
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to be confined or encircled
The small village was hemmed in by towering mountains.
hempen
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made of hemp
The hempen rope was strong enough to support the weight of the anchor.
hooted
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to make a loud, raucous cry, especially to express disapproval or mockery
The crowd hooted in protest at the politician's speech.
huddled
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crowded together in a compact group
The refugees huddled together for warmth in the makeshift shelter.
hues
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colors or shades
The artist used a variety of hues to create a vibrant painting.
impassively
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without showing emotion
The soldier listened impassively to the general's orders.
impiety
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lack of reverence or respect, especially for a god or sacred object
His impiety shocked the devout members of the church.
inexorable
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impossible to stop or prevent
The inexorable march of time waits for no one.
inimical
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harmful or unfriendly
The harsh weather conditions were inimical to our plans for a picnic.
jagged
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having a rough or sharp edge or outline
The jagged rocks made hiking difficult.
lackwit
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a person who lacks intelligence or understanding
He was dismissed as a lackwit by his more educated peers.
lamprey
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a jawless fish with a sucker mouth and a circular sucking disk for attachment
Lampreys are often considered a delicacy in some cuisines.
latrines
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a simple toilet or outhouse, especially a pit toilet
The soldiers dug latrines in the camp to maintain hygiene.
lichen
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a simple slow growing plant that typically forms a low crusty, leaflike, or branching growth on rocks, walls, and trees
The old stone wall was covered in lichen.
lickspittle
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a person who behaves obsequiously to those in power
He was always ingratiating himself with the boss, a true lickspittle.
lisped
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to speak with a speech defect in which sibilants are pronounced like th in thick
The child lisped as he tried to say his name.
lithe
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thin, supple, and graceful
The lithe dancer moved across the stage with effortless grace.
loitering
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lingering aimlessly without purpose
The police warned the teenagers about loitering in front of the store.
lout
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an uncouth or aggressive man or boy
The lout shouted obscenities at the passerby.
ludicrous
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so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing
The idea of a talking dog seemed ludicrous to him.
malevolent
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having or showing a wish to do evil to others
His malevolent glare sent shivers down her spine.
maw
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the jaws or throat of a voracious animal
The lion's maw opened wide as it roared.
meagre
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lacking in quantity or quality
The prisoner was given only meagre rations while in captivity.
merriment
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lively and cheerful fun
The sound of laughter filled the room as the partygoers enjoyed the merriment.
merwives
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mythical creatures, wives of the merfolk
According to legend, merwives would sometimes come ashore to seek human husbands.
morbid
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characterized by or appealing to an abnormal and unhealthy interest in disturbing subjects, especially death and disease
Her morbid fascination with crime documentaries unsettled her friends.
morsel
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a small piece or amount of food
He savored every morsel of the delicious dessert.
mutilation
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the action of mutilating or being mutilated
The mutilation of the ancient statue was a tragedy for art lovers everywhere.
negligently
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failing to take proper care or to give proper attention
He was accused of negligently causing the accident.
nettles
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a herbaceous plant that has jagged leaves covered with stinging hairs
Be careful not to touch the nettles; they can cause a painful rash.
nitre
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an archaic term for potassium nitrate, used in explosives, fertilizers, and preservatives
The alchemist mixed charcoal, sulfur, and nitre in his search for the philosopher's stone.
obliterated
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destroyed utterly; wiped out
The town was obliterated by the tornado.
oddments
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miscellaneous items or remnants
She sorted through the oddments in the attic, looking for anything of value.
pail
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a bucket
He filled the pail with water from the well.
palfrey
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a gentle saddle horse, especially one used for women
She rode her palfrey through the countryside, enjoying the peaceful scenery.
paltry
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small or meager; insignificant
He was paid a paltry sum for his hard work.
patchy
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characterized by irregular or uneven distribution or appearance
The lawn was patchy, with areas of lush green grass and bare patches of soil.
pease
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an archaic term for peas
The recipe called for a cup of dried pease.
pebbled
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covered or strewn with small, rounded stones
The path was pebbled, making it difficult to walk on.
peddler
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a person who sells goods, typically on the streets or door
The peddler offered a variety of wares from his cart.
peevish
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easily irritated, especially by unimportant things
He became peevish when his plans were disrupted.
persimmon
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an edible fruit that resembles a large tomato and has a very sweet flesh
She enjoyed the taste of ripe persimmons in the autumn.
pieceth
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an archaic form of "pieces"
He broke the bread into small pieceth for the birds.
pinions
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the outer part of a bird's wing including the flight feathers
The bird spread its pinions and took flight.
pious
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devoutly religious
She led a pious life, attending church every Sunday.
piously
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in a devout or religious manner
She prayed piously for the health of her family.
pitilessly
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without pity; cruelly
The dictator ruled his country pitilessly, crushing any opposition.
placate
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to make someone less angry or hostile
He tried to placate her by offering an apology.
plinth
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a heavy base supporting a statue or vase
The statue stood on a marble plinth in the center of the square.
precipitous
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dangerously high or steep
The mountain had a precipitous drop off on one side.
prodigious
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remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree
The pianist had a prodigious talent for playing the piano.
quiescent
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in a state or period of inactivity or dormancy
The volcano remained quiescent for centuries before erupting again.
quintain
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a post with a target for tilting, used in the Middle Ages for practicing jousting
The knights trained with the quintain to improve their skills in combat.
rabid
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extremely zealous or enthusiastic
He was a rabid fan of the football team, never missing a game.
ramshackle
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in a state of severe disrepair
The old farmhouse was ramshackle, with parts of the roof caving in.
ravenry
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a group or colony of ravens
The ravenry in the forest was known for its eerie calls at night.
readied
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made ready or prepared
She readied herself for the upcoming interview.
reave
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to rob or plunder
The bandits sought to reave the village of its riches.
rebuffed
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rejected or dismissed abruptly or bluntly
He was rebuffed when he tried to ask her out on a date.
reprieve
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a cancellation or postponement of a punishment
The governor granted a last minute reprieve to the condemned prisoner.
resoundingly
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with a loud and deep sound
The victory was resoundingly celebrated by the team and their fans.
retinue
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a group of advisers, assistants, or followers accompanying an important person
The king was attended by his retinue of knights and advisors.
revelry
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lively and noisy festivities, especially when involving drinking and dancing
The streets were filled with revelry during the carnival.
revrenced
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respected deeply
The elder statesman was revrenced for his wisdom and experience.
roseroad
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a road lined with rose bushes
They walked along the roseroad, enjoying the fragrance of the flowers.
sconce
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a bracket attached to the wall for holding candles or lights
The room was dimly lit by a single sconce on the wall.
scuttling
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moving hurriedly with short, quick steps
The mouse went scuttling across the kitchen floor.
semblance
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outward appearance or semblance of something
Despite her calm semblance, she was inwardly anxious.
shoal
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a shallow place in a body of water
The fishermen cast their nets in the shoal to catch fish.
shroud
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a length of cloth or an enveloping garment in which a dead person is wrapped for burial
The body was wrapped in a white shroud before being buried.
sinecure
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a position requiring little or no work but giving the holder status or financial benefit
The political appointment was merely a sinecure, with no real responsibilities.
sinew
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a piece of tough fibrous tissue uniting muscle to bone or bone to bone; a tendon or ligament
He strained his sinew while lifting weights.
sinewy
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consisting of or resembling sinews; muscular
The boxer had sinewy arms from years of training.
slobbered
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to let saliva or liquid run from the mouth; to drool
The dog slobbered eagerly as it waited for its dinner.
soot
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a black powdery or flaky substance consisting largely of amorphous carbon, produced by the incomplete burning of organic matter
The chimney sweep removed the soot from the fireplace.
sots
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habitual drinkers; drunkards
The tavern was frequented by sots who spent their days drinking and gambling.
speckled
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covered or marked with a large number of small spots or patches of color
The bird's eggs were speckled with brown spots.
splotchy
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marked with irregularly shaped patches or spots of color
The painter's first attempt was splotchy and uneven.
spurs
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a device with a small spike or a spiked wheel that is worn on a rider's heel and used for urging a horse forward
The cowboy's spurs jingled as he rode into town.
squander
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to waste something, especially money or time, in a reckless and foolish manner
He squandered his inheritance on frivolous purchases.
staves
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narrow strips of wood that form the sides of a barrel, tub, or similar cylindrical object
The cooper carefully assembled the staves to create a sturdy barrel.
studded
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decorated or augmented with studs or similar small projecting ornaments
Her leather jacket was studded with silver spikes.
succinct
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briefly and clearly expressed
She gave a succinct summary of the main points.
sward
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an expanse of short grass
The sheep grazed peacefully on the green sward.
swatting
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hitting or striking something with a sharp blow, especially using a flat object like a hand or a fly swatter
He was swatting at the flies buzzing around the picnic table.
tallow
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a hard fatty substance made from rendered animal fat, used in making candles and soap
The candles were made from tallow and scented with lavender.
talons
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the sharp, hooked claws of a bird of prey or other predatory animal
The eagle's talons gripped its prey tightly.
tankard
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a large drinking cup, usually with a handle and a hinged lid
He raised his tankard in a toast to his friends.
taunting
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teasing or challenging someone with scornful or insulting remarks
The children were taunting each other on the playground.
tepid
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lukewarm; showing little enthusiasm
The soup was tepid, not hot enough to be enjoyable.
thrice
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three times
He knocked thrice on the door before it opened.
thwart
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to prevent someone from accomplishing something
She tried to thwart his plans, but he was determined to succeed.
timber
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wood prepared for use in building and carpentry
The cabin was constructed from sturdy timber logs.
to balk
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to hesitate or be unwilling to accept an idea or undertaking
She balked at the idea of moving to a new city.
trudge
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to walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions
We trudged through the snow covered fields on our hike.
unduly
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excessively; to an unwarranted degree
She felt unduly stressed by the pressure of the upcoming deadline.
urchin
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a mischievous young child, typically one who is poorly dressed
The little urchin begged for food on the streets.
vair
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a fur used in medieval clothing, typically with a pattern resembling squirrel fur
The nobleman's cloak was lined with vair.
vehemence
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the display of strong feeling; passion
He argued his point with great vehemence, refusing to back down.
vied
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competed eagerly with someone in order to do or achieve something
The two teams vied for the championship title.
wallowing
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indulging in something with great enjoyment or satisfaction
She spent the afternoon wallowing in a bubble bath.
walrus
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a large marine mammal with long tusks and prominent whiskers, found in the Arctic Ocean
The walrus hauled itself out of the water onto the ice floe.
wattle
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a framework of poles and interwoven branches used for making fences, walls, and roofs
The farmer repaired the wattle fence around the pasture.
wayns
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an archaic term for wagons or carts
The wayns were loaded with supplies for the long journey ahead.
whicker
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(of a horse) to make a gentle, low sound
The horse whickered softly as its owner approached with a carrot.
wondrous
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inspiring a feeling of wonder or delight; marvelous
They gazed in wonder at the wondrous sight before them.
writhe
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to make continual twisting, squirming movements or contortions of the body
The snake began to writhe as it shed its old skin.
zorses
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a hybrid animal resulting from the crossbreeding of a zebra and a horse
The zorses grazed peacefully in the field, their striped coats gleaming in the sunlight.

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