Heroes, Gods, and Monsters of the Greek Myths: Perseus-Theseus

Mrs. Hofmann (United States of America)
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  1. bestial
    resembling an animal, especially by being vicious or cruel
  2. parry
    impede the movement of
  3. guise
    an artful or simulated semblance
  4. sumptuous
    rich and superior in quality
  5. garb
    clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion
  6. vagabond
    a wanderer with no established residence or means of support
  7. brigand
    an armed thief who is (usually) a member of a band
  8. lament
    a cry of sorrow and grief
  9. vigil
    a purposeful surveillance to guard or observe
  10. croon
    sing softly
  11. goaded
    compelled forcibly by an outside agency
  12. scoundrel
    someone who does evil deliberately
  13. jest
    activity characterized by good humor
  14. jaunty
    having a cheerful, lively, and self-confident air
  15. ruddy
    inclined to a healthy reddish color
  16. brooding
    deeply or seriously thoughtful
  17. blunt
    not sharp (used of a knife or other blade)
  18. gargantuan
    of great mass; huge and bulky
  19. cobble
    repair or mend
  20. consult
    seek information from
  21. javelin
    a spear thrown as a weapon or in competitive field events
  22. notion
    a general inclusive concept
  23. fleet
    group of aircraft operating under the same ownership
  24. derisively
    in a disrespectful and mocking manner
  25. crag
    a steep rugged rock or cliff
  26. sinew
    a band of tissue connecting a muscle to its bony attachment
  27. marauder
    someone who attacks in search of loot
  28. interdict
    command against
  29. divulge
    make known to the public information previously kept secret
  30. don
    put on clothes
Created on Wed Sep 20 14:12:02 EDT 2017 (updated Sun Oct 01 01:11:28 EDT 2017)

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