Beowulf Vocabulary Flashcards
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Brandish
A
to shake of wave
2
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omen
A
something that is believed to be a sign or warning of some future event
3
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Liathosome
A
Very unpleasant
4
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malice
A
intention of doing harm for the satisfaction of it
5
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compensation
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A form of payment to make up for something
6
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atrocity
A
extremely shocking, wicked, cruel, or brutal act
7
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retainer
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a servent or a follower in a wealthy household
8
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belie
A
to show to be false
9
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assauged
A
to lesson, or to make easier to bear
10
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ordains
A
decree, give orders for
11
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audacity
A
act of being brave or daring
12
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hawser
A
large rope for towing or typing up
13
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,marauding
A
to roam about and raid in search of things to steal
14
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corseles
A
armor worn on the upper part of the body
15
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mettle
A
courage and strength