marked by quiet and caution and secrecy

a situation from which escape is difficult

threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments

extremely hungry

a person wandering aimlessly without ties to a place or community

a state of deep-seated ill-will

a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation

the state of being decayed or destroyed

beg or request earnestly and urgently

causing fear or dread or terror

make extremely angry

marked by skill in deception

lasting for a markedly brief time

express through a scornful smile