The Metamorphisis Flashcards
reproach
to express criticism towards
harbinger
a event that foreshadows a future event
fathom
to understand, after much thought
imminent
close in time; about to occur
muster
to gather or bring together: muster courage, strength
composure
steadiness of mind under stress
liberate
to grant freedom to; free from confinement
obstinate
firmly or stubbornly adhering to one’s purpose, opinion, etc; characterised by inflexible persistence or an unyielding attitude
protrude
to stick out from
suppress
to try to keep under control, such as:
- to stop others from doing something by force - to keep something from happening - to keep news from spreading - to control an emotion
simultaneous
occurring, operating, or done at the same time
tranquil
free from disturbance, calm
invocation
any petitioning or supplication for help or aid; the act of calling upon a deity, spirit, etc, for aid, protection, or inspiration
dun
to make persistent demands on (someone), especially for payment of a debt
discernible
distinguishable; capable of being recognised as distinct or different