The Alchemist Vocab Flashcards
Conspire
Secretly plan something harmful or unlawful
Scimitar
A short sword with a curved bled
Brandish
Wave something like a weapon in a threatening/angry or excited manner
Dialect
A form of language particular to a group or society
Prognostication
Foretelling the future
Monotony
Lack of variety or interest
Tracts
An area of indefinite extent
Agitated
Feeling or appearing nervous or troubled
Centurion
Commander of a century in ancient Roman army
Scarab
Large dung beetle
Alchemy
Medieval chemistry which entitles turning base metals into gold
Treasonous
Act of treason or betrayal
Elixir
Magical or medicinal potion
Contemplate
Look thoughtfully for a long time
Fixedly
Placed firmly and not readily movable
Flourish
Thrive, vigorous state
Sirocco
Hot,dry,dust laden wind from Northern Africa to Southern Europe
Tether
Rope animal fastened a fixed object/ utmost length which one can go in action
Disciple
Professed followers of Christ
Avidly
Showing great enthusiasm
Sacristy
Building connected to a church sacred vessels.. Are kept
Infidel
Person who does not believe in a particular faith
Narcissus
A hunger who was known for his beauty in Greek mythology
Koran
Sacred text of Islam