Macbeth Vocabulary Flashcards

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to make something greater, as in size or extent

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(to) augment [v]

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a sign of something coming or an omen

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Augury [n]

Front

immoderate desire for wealth, greed

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Avarice [n]

Front

a soothing substance or one that gives relief

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Balm [n]

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(to) beguile [v]

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to deceive or mislead, to persuade with charm

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Blasphemous [adj.]

Back

irreverent, profane

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Buffeted [v]

Back

to hit or beat repeatedly

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(to) censure [v]

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to condemn, to blame

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(to) chide [v]

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to scold mildly so as to correct or improve, to voice disapproval

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Clamor [n]

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a loud outcry, loud noise or shouting