Perseus: Words to Know

Lingered

• Stayed longer than necessary or expected.

• Left quickly without saying goodbye.

• Fell asleep unexpectedly.

• Rushed to leave the area.

Reproaches

• Criticizes or blames someone.

• Praises or compliments someone.

• Ignores or overlooks someone.

• Supports or defends someone.

Dread

• A feeling of great joy or happiness.

• Great fear or worry about something that might happen.

• A sense of calm and peace.

• An overwhelming sense of excitement.

Brazen

• Made of brass, which is a shiny, yellowish metal.

• A type of fabric used in ancient clothing.

• A term used to describe a cowardly person.

• A style of painting popular in the Renaissance.

Renown

• Fame and respect that you get because of something impressive you have done.

• A type of plant that grows in tropical regions.

• A measure of wealth and prosperity in ancient cultures.

• A form of government where power is held by a single ruler.

Relent

• To become more strict or unyielding.

• To become less strict or to give in.

• To ignore someone's pleas or requests.

• To become angry or upset.

Bent on

• Determined to do something, often something that might be difficult or risky.

• Indifferent to the consequences of one's actions.

• Eager to avoid any form of challenge or risk.

• Uncertain about one's goals and desires.

Venerable

• Deserving a great deal of respect because of age, wisdom, or character.

• A term used to describe someone who is young and inexperienced.

• A title given to someone who has committed a crime.

• A phrase used to express indifference.

Scimitar

• A type of curved sword.

• A straight sword used in battle.

• A weapon made of wood.

• A shield used for protection.

Immortal

• Able to live forever and never die.

• Able to live for a thousand years.

• Able to regenerate after death.

• Able to survive without food or water.