Macbeth Act IV Vocabulary Flashcards Part 2

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Cistern

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an artificial reservoir for storing liquids.

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Intemperance

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excess in action and immoderate indulgence of appetites.

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Untimely

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too soon; earlier than expected.

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Hoodwink

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conceal one’s true motives from.

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Stanch

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stop the flow of a liquid.

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Avarice

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extreme greed for material wealth.

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Relish

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vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment.

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Concord

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a harmonious state of things and of their properties.

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Credulous

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disposed to believe on little evidence.

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Detraction

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the act of discrediting someone’s reputation.