prometheus vocab Flashcards
afterthought
an item or thing that is thought of or added later.
idle
(of a person) avoiding work; lazy.
wretched
(of a person) in a very unhappy or unfortunate state.
exclaimed
cry out suddenly, especially in surprise, anger, or pain.
consent
permission for something to happen or agreement to do something.
pith
spongy white tissue lining the rind of an orange, lemon, and other citrus fruits
in spite of
without being affected by the particular factor mentioned
domesticate
tame (an animal) and keep it as a pet or for farm produce.
vex
to irritate or annoy by petty provocations
sorrow
a feeling of deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortune suffered by oneself or others.
talons
a claw, especially one belonging to a bird of prey.
repent
feel or express sincere regret or remorse about one’s wrongdoing or sin.
maiden
a girl or young woman, especially an unmarried one.
guise
an external form, appearance, or manner of presentation, typically concealing the true nature of something.
slew
kill (a person or animal) in a violent way.
