Grimms’ Fairy Tales Flashcards
Wassel
: an early English toast to someone’s health
2 : a hot drink that is made with wine, beer, or cider, spices, sugar, and usually baked apples and is traditionally served in a large bowl especially at Christmastime
3 : riotous drinking : REVELRY
Merrie
- cheerful; jolly
- very funny; hilarious
- British informal
slightly drunk - archaic
delightful
Philology
the branch of knowledge that deals with the structure, historical development, and relationships of a language or languages.
Embellish
verb make (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features. "blue silk embellished with golden embroidery" Similar: decorate adorn ornament dress dress up furnish beautify enhance enrich grace trim garnish gild varnish brighten up ginger up deck bedeck festoon emblazon bespangle do up do out jazz up zhoosh (up) tart up bejewel bedizen caparison furbelow befrill make (a statement or story) more interesting or entertaining by adding extra details, especially ones that are not true. "she had real difficulty telling the truth because she liked to embellish things"
Token
noun 1. a thing serving as a visible or tangible representation of a fact, quality, feeling, etc. "I wanted to offer you a small token of my appreciation" Similar: symbol sign emblem badge representation indication mark index manifestation expression pledge demonstration recognition evidence attestation proof memento souvenir keepsake reminder record trophy relic remembrance memorial memorandum 2. a voucher that can be exchanged for goods or services, typically one given as a gift or offered as part of a promotional offer. "redeem this token for a free dessert"
Kobold
noun
(in Germanic mythology) a spirit that haunts houses or lives underground in caves or mines.
Changeling
a child believed to have been secretly substituted by fairies for the parents’ real child in infancy.
Puny
Small and weak
Solemnity
the state or quality of being serious and dignified. "his ashes were laid to rest with great solemnity" Similar: dignity ceremony stateliness courtliness majesty impressiveness portentousness splendor magnificence grandeur importance augustness formality solemnness seriousness earnestness gravity sobriety somberness sternness grimness dourness humorlessness glumness gloominess moodiness thoughtfulness preoccupation pensiveness meditativeness staidness sedateness studiousness bookishness owlishness a formal, dignified rite or ceremony. plural noun: solemnities "the ritual of the Church was observed in all its solemnities"
Scour
clean or brighten the surface of (something) by rubbing it hard, typically with an abrasive or detergent.
Parched
dried out with heat. "the parched earth" Similar: dry as dry as a bone bone dry dried up dried out arid waterless desiccated dehydrated sun-baked baked burned scorched seared withered shriveled sere adust exsiccated Opposite: wet soaking INFORMAL extremely thirsty. "I'm parched—I'll die without a drink" Similar: thirsty dehydrated dry gasping spitting chips athirst thirstful droughty sitient lightly roasted. "parched corn"
Clave (archaic of cleave)
split or sever (something), especially along a natural line or grain.
Flask
A container of liquids
Squire
1. a man of high social standing who owns and lives on an estate in a rural area, especially the chief landowner in such an area. "the squire of Radbourne Hall" Similar: landowner landholder landlord lord of the manor country gentleman 2. HISTORICAL a young nobleman acting as an attendant to a knight before becoming a knight himself.
Epsy 
Catch Sight of
Rascal
a mischievous or cheeky person, especially a child or man (typically used in an affectionate way).
Aboad
a place of residence; a house or home.
Bestir
make a physical or mental effort; exert or rouse oneself.
Boon
a thing that is helpful or beneficial. "the navigation system will be a boon to both civilian and military users" Similar: blessing godsend bonus good thing benefit help aid advantage gain asset privilege luxury windfall bonanza stroke of luck piece of good fortune perk plus plus point pro perquisite benison Opposite: curse disadvantage 2. ARCHAIC a favor or request.
Rushlight
a candle made by dipping the pith of a rush in tallow.
Insolence
rude and disrespectful behavior.
Rascal
noun
a mischievous or cheeky person, especially a child or man (typically used in an affectionate way).
“a lovable rascal”
Gnat
a small two-winged fly that resembles a mosquito. Gnats include both biting and nonbiting forms, and they typically form large swarms.
a small two-winged fly that resembles a mosquito. Gnats include both biting and nonbiting forms, and they typically form large swarms.
a person or thing seen as tiny or insignificant, especially in comparison with something larger or more important.
“I was only a gnat in the affair”
Array
noun 1. an impressive display or range of a particular type of thing. "there is a vast array of literature on the topic" 2. an ordered series or arrangement. "several arrays of solar panels will help provide power" Similar: arrangement assembling assemblage lineup formation ordering disposition marshaling muster amassing show display exhibition presentation exposition spectacle agglomeration collection aggregation raft range variety assortment diversity mixture selection verb 1. display or arrange (things) in a particular way. "the forces arrayed against him" Similar: arrange assemble draw up group order range place position set out set forth dispose marshal muster lay out display exhibit put on show put on display put on view expose to view unveil present uncover reveal 2. dress someone in (the clothes specified). "they were arrayed in Hungarian national dress"
Onset
the beginning of something, especially something unpleasant. "the onset of winter" Similar: start beginning arrival (first) appearance opening outset inception outbreak dawn birth infancy genesis creation day one emergence rise commencement Opposite: end termination ARCHAIC a military attack.
Scamper
(especially of a small animal or child) run with quick light steps, especially through fear or excitement.
“he scampered in like an overgrown puppy”
Scour
verb clean or brighten the surface of (something) by rubbing it hard, typically with an abrasive or detergent. "he scoured the bathtub" Similar: scrub rub clean wash cleanse wipe polish buff (up) shine burnish abrade dight furbish noun 1. the action of scouring or the state of being scoured, especially by swift-flowing water. "the scour of the tide may cause lateral erosion" 2. diarrhea in livestock, especially cattle and pigs.
Abode
a place of residence; a house or home.
Beseech
ask (someone) urgently and fervently to do something; implore; entreat.
Snatch
verb quickly seize (something) in a rude or eager way. "she snatched a cookie from the plate" Similar: grab seize seize hold of grab hold of take hold of lay hold of lay (one's) hands on get one's hands on take pluck take a grip of grip grasp clutch noun 1. an act of snatching or quickly seizing something. "a quick snatch of breath" 2. WEIGHTLIFTING the rapid raising of a weight from the floor to above the head in one movement.
Puff
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a short, explosive burst of breath or wind.
Reillum
Literacy relight
Cavalier
showing a lack of proper concern; offhand.
Trod
past tense: trod walk in a specified way. "the administration had to tread carefully so as not to offend the judiciary" Similar: walk step stride pace go march tramp plod stomp trudge BRITISH set one's foot down on top of. "the youth stumbled and trod on Harry's shoe" walk on or along. "shoppers will soon be treading the floors of the new shopping mall"
Bawl
weep or cry noisily. "one by one the children all started bawling" Similar: cry sob weep shed tears wail blubber snivel whimper whine howl squall blub greet ululate 2. shout or call out noisily and unrestrainedly.
Urchin
. a mischievous young child, especially one who is poorly or raggedly dressed. "he was surrounded by a dozen street urchins in rags" Similar: mischievous child imp monkey Puck rascal rogue minx mischief-maker prankster ragamuffin guttersnipe waif stray tearaway scamp scallywag brat whippersnapper horror varmint scarecrow perisher pickle tinker hellion jackanapes rip gamin gamine mudlark scapegrace street Arab wastrel tatterdemalion 2. short for sea urchin.
Tumble
verb 1. (typically of a person) fall suddenly, clumsily, or headlong. "she pitched forward, tumbling down the remaining stairs" Similar: fall (over) fall down topple over lose one's footing lose one's balance keel over pitch over take a spill collapse fall headlong fall head over heels fall end over end trip trip up stumble come a cropper measure one's length grabble 2. perform acrobatic or gymnastic exercises, typically handsprings and somersaults in the air. noun 1. a sudden or headlong fall. "I took a tumble in the nettles" Similar: fall trip spill nosedive header cropper 2. a handspring, somersault in the air, or other acrobatic feat.
Frolic
verb (of an animal or person) play and move about cheerfully, excitedly, or energetically. "Edward frolicked on the sand" Similar: frisk gambol cavort caper cut capers sport scamper skip dance romp trip prance leap spring hop jump bounce bob curvet rollick capriole noun a playful action or movement. "his injuries were inflicted by the frolics of a young filly" Similar: antic caper game romp stunt escapade exploit revel spree sport fling prank jape giggle laugh fun (and games) merrymaking amusement lark skylark adjectiveARCHAIC cheerful, merry, or playful. "a thousand forms of frolic life"
Scythe 
a tool used for cutting crops such as grass or wheat, with a long curved blade at the end of a long pole attached to which are one or two short handles.
Pungent
having a sharply strong taste or smell. "the pungent smell of frying onions" Similar: strong powerful pervasive penetrating suffocating stifling sharp acrid acid sour biting stinging burning smarting irritating nauseating nauseous sickly offensive astringent bitter fetid cloying mephitic tart vinegary tangy highly flavored aromatic spicy spiced piquant peppery hot fiery Opposite: bland mild (of comment, criticism, or humor) having a sharp and caustic quality. "he has expressed some fairly pungent criticisms"
Maiolica
noun
fine earthenware with colored decoration on an opaque white tin glaze, originating in Italy during the Renaissance.
Squire
1. a man of high social standing who owns and lives on an estate in a rural area, especially the chief landowner in such an area. "the squire of Radbourne Hall" Similar: landowner landholder landlord lord of the manor country gentleman 2. HISTORICAL a young nobleman acting as an attendant to a knight before becoming a knight himself. Similar: attendant courtier equerry aide companion steward page boy servant boy serving boy cupbearer train-bearer verb (of a man) accompany or escort (a woman). "she was squired around Rome by a reporter"
Stratum
a layer or a series of layers of rock in the ground. "a stratum of flint" Similar: layer vein seam lode bed stratification thickness sheet lamina 2. a level or class to which people are assigned according to their social status, education, or income. "members of other social strata"
Tart
: agreeably sharp or acid to the taste
a tart apple
2 : marked by a biting, acrimonious, or cutting quality
a tart rejoinder
tart noun
Definition of tart (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : a dish baked in a pastry shell : PIE: such as
a : a small pie or pastry shell without a top containing jelly, custard, or fruit
b : a small pie made of pastry folded over a filling
2 [earlier slang, girlfriend, probably short for jam tart, rhyming slang for sweetheart]
a : a promiscuous woman : a woman who has many sexual partners
b : PROSTITUTE
Remnant
a small remaining quantity of something. Similar: remains remainder leftovers leavings residue rest stub butt end tail end dregs lees residuum adjective remaining. "remnant strands of hair"
Questmonger
historical, rare
A person who conducts or participates in judicial inquiries; especially one who (habitually) profits by initiating lawsuits.
Relish
noun 1. great enjoyment. "she swigged a mouthful of wine with relish" 2. a condiment eaten with plain food to add flavor. "use salsa as a relish with grilled meat or fish" Similar: condiment accompaniment sauce dressing flavoring seasoning dip
verb 1. enjoy greatly. "he was relishing his moment of glory" Similar: enjoy delight in love like adore be pleased by take pleasure in rejoice in appreciate savor revel in luxuriate in glory in gloat over feel self-satisfied about crow about get a kick out of get a thrill out of Opposite: dislike 2. ARCHAIC make pleasant to the taste; add relish to. "I have also a novel to relish my wine
Well trodden
adjective
much frequented by travelers.
“a well-trodden path”
Insignia
noun a badge or distinguishing mark of military rank, office, or membership of an organization; an official emblem. "a khaki uniform with colonel's insignia on the collar" Similar: badge crest emblem symbol sign device mark seal colors decoration medal medallion pin ribbon star award fruit salad gong a distinguishing mark or token of something. "they left eternally inert blooms, the insignia of melancholy"
Droll
adjective curious or unusual in a way that provokes dry amusement. "his unique brand of droll self-mockery" Similar: funny humorous amusing comic comical mirthful chucklesome hilarious rollicking clownish farcical zany quirky eccentric preposterous ridiculous ludicrous risible laughable jocular lighthearted facetious waggish witty whimsical wry sportive tongue-in-cheek entertaining diverting engaging sparkling wacky sidesplitting rib-tickling quaint odd strange queer outlandish bizarre Opposite: serious nounARCHAIC a jester or entertainer; a buffoon.
Brute
a savagely violent person or animal. "he was a cold-blooded brute" Similar: savage beast monster animal sadist barbarian devil demon fiend ogre thug lout boor oaf ruffian yahoo rowdy bully boy swine bastard pig radge 2. an animal as opposed to a human being. "we, unlike dumb brutes, can reflect upon our impulses" Similar: animal beast wild animal wild beast creature critter adjective characterized by an absence of reasoning or intelligence. "a brute struggle for social superiority"
Wicket
a small door or gate, especially one beside or in a larger one.
2.
CRICKET
each of the sets of three stumps with two bails across the top at either end of the pitch, defended by a batsman.
Pedlar
noun: peddler; plural noun: peddlers 1. a person who sells illegal drugs or stolen goods. "a drug peddler" Similar: trafficker dealer pusher a person who promotes an idea or view persistently or widely. "peddlers of dangerous Utopianism" 2. a person who goes from place to place selling small items.
Scythe
a tool used for cutting crops such as grass or wheat, with a long curved blade at the end of a long pole attached to which are one or two short handles.
Fain
ARCHAIC
adjective
pleased or willing under the circumstances.
“the traveler was fain to proceed”
adverb
with pleasure; gladly.
“I am weary and would fain get a little rest”
Steeple
a church tower and spire. a spire on the top of a church tower or roof. Similar: spire church tower tower bell tower belfry minaret campanile ARCHAIC a tall tower of a church or other building.
Laden
heavily loaded or weighed down.
“a tree laden with apples”
Besiegers
1 military : to surround with armed forces
The army had besieged the castle.
2a : to press with requests : IMPORTUNE
… besieging the royal ministers with petitions …
— T. B. Costain
besieged by the media
b : to cause worry or distress to : BESET
doubts besieged him
Waddle
verb walk with short steps and a clumsy swaying motion. "three geese waddled across the road" Similar: toddle dodder wobble totter shamble sway rock lurch limp shuffle stumble reel stagger duckwalk walk like a duck waggle noun a waddling gait. "I walk with a waddle"
Reckoning
noun the action or process of calculating or estimating something. "last year was not, by any reckoning, a particularly good one" Similar: calculation estimation computation working out summation counting addition total tally score a person's view, opinion, or judgment. "by ancient reckoning, bacteria are plants" Similar: opinion view judgment evaluation way of thinking estimate estimation appraisal consideration ARCHAIC a bill or account, or its settlement. plural noun: reckonings
Apish
adjective 1. resembling or likened to an ape. "Australopithecus had an apish cranium" 2. foolish or silly.
Chanticleer
nounLITERARY
a name given to a rooster, especially in fairy tales.
Partlet
: a 16th century chemisette with a band or collar
Cistern
noun a tank for storing water, especially one supplying taps or as part of a flushing toilet. Similar: tank reservoir container vat butt an underground reservoir for rainwater.
Bough
noun
a main branch of a tree.
“apple boughs laden with blossom”
Hearse
noun
a vehicle for conveying the coffin at a funeral.
Hillock
noun
a small hill or mound.
