Beowulf Vocabulary Flashcards by Nikki Stewart | Brainscape

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Contrive

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To plot, create or plan

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Wax

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To increase

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Havoc

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Devastation; ruin

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Pagan

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A person who follows a polytheistic religion, also called “heathen”

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Formidable

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Powerful; strong

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Resolute

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Determined; unwavering

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Renounce

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To abandon; to give up

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Din

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A loud noise; commotion

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Renown

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Fame

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Vie

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To compete (for something)

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Onslaught

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A fierce or destructive attack

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Venerable

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Respected

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Sage

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Wise

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Relish

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To enjoy

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Rebuke

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(n) - a scolding

(v) - to scold

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