The Iliad — Vocabulary
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bronzea brownish metal that is made of copper and (usually) tin The sculpture of a bull on Wall Street is made of bronze.more Show sample from book He spake and poised and hurled his far-shadowing spear, and smote upon Tydeides' shield; right through it sped the point of bronze and reached the breastplate.194 more made of a type of high-quality metal Show general definition for bronze (as in: bronze won't corrode in salt water) a brownish-colored metal with red or yellow hues that is made of copper and (usually) tin Show editor's word notes Bronze metals in the Olympics and many other contests are awarded for third place. With the discovery of bronze (about 3,000 BC), people could make tools and weapons that were harder and more durable than those made of copper and stone that preceded bronze.
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immortalto live forever Zeus and the other gods were supposed to be immortal.more Show sample from book Though the immortal gods made him a spearman, do they therefore put revilings in his mouth for him to utter?†102 more living or existing forever; OR someone famous throughout history… Show general definition living or existing forever or: someone famous throughout history or: someone who will never die -- such as a mythological god
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yieldproduce (lead to) The discovery could yield a more effective treatment for diabetes.more Show sample from book Not by reason so much of the Trojans, for wrath and indignation, sate I me in my chamber, but fain would I yield me to my sorrow.28 more give Show general definition for yield (as in: will yield valuable data) to produce (usually something wanted); or the thing or amount produced
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yield#2give in The country vowed not to yield to pressure from its larger neighbors.more Show sample from book But seeing I was a fool in that I yielded to my sorry passion, I will make amends and give a recompense beyond telling.28 more yield → yielded:gave in, gave way, or gave up Show general definition for yield (as in: yield to pressure) to give in, give way, or give up
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perishbe destroyed or cease to exist ...government of the people, by the people, for the people shall not perish from the earth.Abraham Lincoln — Gettysburg Addressmore Show sample from book Yet for all this will I give her back, if that is better; rather would I see my folk whole than perishing.†56 more perish → perishing:dying or being destroyed; or extremely cold Show general definition to die -- especially in an unnatural way or: to be destroyed or cease to exist Show editor's word notes You may encounter an informal expression, "Perish the thought." It means that the speaker hopes the thought will cease to exist and the thing it represents will never happen.
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wrathextreme anger She could hardly contain her wrath when she learned he had betrayed her.more Show sample from book And the arrows clanged upon his shoulders in wrath, as the god moved; and he descended like to night.†71 more Show general definition extreme anger or angry punishment
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lamentlament → lamented:expressed grief about She lamented the loss.more Show sample from book She now cast common discord in their midst, as she fared through the throng and made the lamentation of men to wax.†40 more lament → lamentation:passionate expression of grief or sorrow Show general definition to express grief or regret
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grievousvery serious; or very bad She suffered grievous bodily harm.more Show sample from book Now fleet Iris the wind-footed went to the Trojans, a messenger from aegis-bearing Zeus, with a grievous message.†51 more Show general definition very serious; or very bad; or causing grief
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strifeviolent conflict The region suffers from violent religious strife.†more Show sample from book Who among the gods set the twain at strife and variance?†56 more violent conflict or angry disagreement Show general definition violent conflict or angry disagreement
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deemedbelieved or judged The producer deemed her too old to play the role.more Show sample from book So spake the Dream, and departed and left him there, deeming in his mind things that were not to be fulfilled.†56 more deemed → deeming:believing or judging
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valorcourage (exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger -- especially in battle) She received a medal for valor.more Show sample from book Why stand ye thus dazed like fawns that are weary with running over the long plain and so stand still, and no valour is found in their hearts at all?†47 more valor → valour:exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger -- especially in battle Show context notes This is a British spelling. Americans use valor. Show general definition exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger -- especially in battle
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devisecome up with (invent or create) She plans to devise something to launch water balloons.more Show sample from book So said he, but Athene and Hera murmured thereat, who were sitting by him and devising ills for the Trojans.†30 more devise → devising:coming up with (inventing or creating) Show general definition for devise (as in: devise a plan) to come up with a way of doing something -- typically a creative idea or plan
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rouserouse → roused:awakened A persistent knocking at the door finally roused her from her dreams.more Show sample from book So spake he, and roused Athene that already was set thereon; and from Olympus' heights she darted down.†39 more rouse → roused:to awaken, make more active, or excite Show general definition to awaken, make more active, or excite
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moreoverin addition to what has just been said The company has too much debt. Moreover, it is responsible for a long-term lease on expensive office space.more Show sample from book This, moreover, will I say to thee, and do thou lay it to thy heart.†23 more
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impetuousimpulsive (made suddenly without much thought) She regretted her impetuous promise.†more Show sample from book Go to now, let us too bethink us of impetuous valour.†30 more impulsive (acting suddenly without much thought) Show general definition for impetuous (as in: an impetuous decision) impulsive (acting suddenly without much thought) -- often with an unfortunate consequence
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forthwithimmediately The judge ordered her release "forthwith."more Show sample from book Yea, go to now, make trial, that all these may see; forthwith thy dark blood shall gush about my spear.†38 more Show general definition immediately -- (most typically seen in legal documents, formal use, or classic literature)
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harangueannoyingly try to persuade or criticize My parents continuously harangue me about my grades.more Show sample from book Such was Tydeus of Aitolia; but he begat a son that in battle is worse than he; only in harangue is he the better.†16 more to try to persuade, or to criticize in an impassioned and often annoying manner… Show general definition to try to persuade, or to criticize in an impassioned and often annoying manner; or a speech with such an intent
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assailassail → assailed:attacked Critics assailed the author’s latest work, questioning its originality and depth.more Show sample from book These separated themselves and assailed him face to face, they setting on him from their car and he on foot upon the ground.†15 more assail → assailed:to attack or cause trouble Show general definition to attack or cause trouble
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recompensecompensation for loss As recompense for the damage caused by the storm, the insurance company paid the family a large sum of money.more Show sample from book But honour thou him, Zeus of Olympus, lord of counsel; grant thou victory to the Trojans the while until the Achaians do my son honour and exalt him with recompense.†13 more compensate for a loss; or pay a reward Show general definition compensation for loss; or payment or reward Show editor's word notes Recompense is seldom used in modern literature.
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beguilebeguile → beguiling:enchanting; or enchanting and deceptive Few men could remain detached while looking into her beguiling eyes.more Show sample from book How Zeus beguiled Agamemnon by a dream; and of the assembly of the Achaians and their marching forth to battle.†10 more beguile → beguiled:deceived through charm or enchantment Show general definition to charm, enchant, or entertain someone; or to deceive -- especially through charm