The Last Olympian — Vocabulary
Rick Riordan
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mortalhuman Don't expect perfection of a mere mortal.more Show sample from book "Percy," she said, her voice tight, "Rachel is just a mortal."61 more human (especially merely human) Show general definition for mortal (as in: mortal body) human (especially merely human); or subject to death
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prophecyprediction of the future The prophecy came true.more Show sample from book You have the gift of prophecy.53 more Show general definition a prediction of the future (usually said to be obtained in a supernatural way)
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focusconcentrate I find that studying in the library helps me to focus.more Show sample from book There was a broken spear in his belly, and his furry goat legs were twisted at a painful angle. He tried to focus on us, but I don't think he saw us.16 more look Show general definition for focus (as in: Turn your focus to question #2.) to direct attention or effort toward a single thing; or the ability to do so without getting distracted
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focus#2into view (as an area of attention) The bridge collapse brought aging infrastructure into focus as a political issue.more Show sample from book When it came into focus again, I saw Hades kneeling in the ruins, holding the broken form of Maria di Angelo.16 more view (a state where something can be seen clearly) Show general definition for focus (as in: bring into focus; or out of focus) a state where something has come into view or can be seen clearly; or an adjustment made to permit a clear view
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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 Luke carried a bronze knife.40 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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serpentsnake There was a picture of a serpent eating its tail.more Show sample from book A huge sea serpent appeared from above us and spiraled down toward the roof.†16 more Show general definition a snake
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immortalto live forever Zeus and the other gods were supposed to be immortal.more Show sample from book "But you're immortal," I said quietly.†11 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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witherwither → withered:shriveled (wrinkled as they dried out) The grapes withered on the vine.more Show sample from book The withered mummy shuffled forward in her rainbow dress.4 more wither → withered:dried out Show general definition for wither (as in: wither on the vine) to shrivel (wrinkle and contract -- usually from lack of water)
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wither#2wither → withered:weakened Her confidence withered under the constant criticism from her boss.more Show sample from book Your body will wither and die, and still the Oracle's spirit will be locked inside you.4 more weaken Show general definition for wither (as in: her confidence withered) to become weaker--sometimes to get smaller and disappear
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pavilionfreestanding structure without walls We're meeting for a picnic under the pavilion at the park.more Show sample from book The palace was as big as the city on Mount Olympus, with wide courtyards, gardens, and columned pavilions.†7 more pavilion → pavilions:a large building or section of a building that stands apart in function or desig… Show general definition a large building or section of a building that stands apart in function or design -- often used for gatherings, exhibitions, or specialized purposes
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empathythe understanding and sharing of others' feelings She lacks empathy and is very selfish.more Show sample from book I had an empathy link with Grover, so I hoped I would know if anything bad happened to him.4 more the ability or tendency to understand or share in others' feelings Show general definition the ability, tendency, or act of understanding and sharing another's emotional state
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yieldgive in The country vowed not to yield to pressure from its larger neighbors.more Show sample from book I thought about what Hestia had said, about how hard it was to yield, and I figured maybe my mom was finding that out.2 more give in (or give what is asked) Show general definition for yield (as in: yield to pressure) to give in, give way, or give up
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invincibleimpossible to defeat They believe their army is invincible.more Show sample from book His belly would've made him an invincible bumper car.†5 more impossible to defeat or overcome Show general definition impossible to defeat or overcome
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scythegrass-cutting tool They fell like grass before a scythe.more Show sample from book The edge of the scythe shaved off my shirtsleeve and grazed my arm.35 more a tool for cutting grass that has a curved blade and a long handle that is held with both hands Show general definition a tool for cutting grass that has a curved blade and a long handle that is held with both hands; or the process of cutting with such a tool
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centaura mythical being that is half man and half horse Firenze is the name of a centaur character in the Harry Potter stories.more Show sample from book She didn't look at all surprised that Chiron was a centaur.26 more Show general definition a mythical being that is half man and half horse
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neutralnot taking either side Switzerland remained neutral during the Second World War.more Show sample from book He was neutral in the first war of gods and Titans.2 more not favoring either side Show general definition for neutral (as in: played at a neutral site) not favoring any side in a contest, war, disagreement, or other dispute
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neutral#2with the gears unengaged Put the car in neutral and we'll push it.more Show sample from book "We'll put the car in neutral," I said.2 more a state where the gears are unengaged Show general definition for neutral (as in: Put the car in neutral.) gears are not engaged; or (metaphorically) nothing is happening
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invulnerableunable to be wounded or harmed In the myth, the warrior was invulnerable, untouched by arrows or blades.more Show sample from book If it hadn't been for my new invulnerability, I would've broken every bone in my body.†6 more invulnerable → invulnerability:impossible to harm Show general definition impossible to harm Show editor's word notes Standard prefix: "-in" at the beginning of a word often means "not" as in "insufficient" or "impossible" or "incapable".
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lenientnot strict (forgiving) The rules are strict, but the enforcement is lenient.more Show sample from book I promise Kronos will be lenient.†1 more less strict or more tolerant than might be expected Show general definition less strict or more tolerant than might be expected
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gossamerdelicate or light The painting has a fairy with gossamer wings.more Show sample from book I sat up, and a gossamer sheet floated away.1 more characterized by unusual lightness and delicacy Show general definition extremely light, delicate, airy, or thin