The Son of Neptune — Vocabulary
Rick Riordan
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prophecyprediction of the future The prophecy came true.more Show sample from book He's got the gift of prophecy, supposedly.57 more (ability of) prediction of the future Show general definition a prediction of the future (usually said to be obtained in a supernatural way)
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mortalhuman Don't expect perfection of a mere mortal.more Show sample from book You mortals and your short lives.36 more mortal → mortals:humans (especially merely humans) Show general definition for mortal (as in: mortal body) human (especially merely human); or subject to death
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focusconcentrate I find that studying in the library helps me to focus.more Show sample from book "Um, thanks," Percy said, but his attention was focused on Nico.8 more focus → focused:concentrating 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 She came into focus, looking down at him from the bed.8 more a state where something has come into view or 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 He'd turned a pen into a bronze sword.23 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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aurasurrounding feeling or atmosphere The place has an aura of romance.more Show sample from book Even though he was beat up, dirty, and stooped with exhaustion, he'd had an aura of power.12 more a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing Show general definition A distinctive quality, mood, or feeling that seems to surround a person, place, or thing; or, more literally, a glowing light shown around someone's head or body in spiritual or artistic images
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legacya gift left in a will She left her vacation home as a legacy for her family.more Show sample from book Plus, a lot of the campers are legacies—second or third generation.6 more legacy → legacies:people whose parents or grandparents preceded them in the organization Show general definition coming from the past or left to the future in various senses including: in law -- a gift given through a will -- "She left a legacy of $10,000 to her niece." of a situation -- resulting from the past -- "Today's debt problem is a legacy of profligate spending by prior administrations." of culture -- a practice passed from one generation to the next -- "The city has along legacy of bribes and corruption." of technology -- something that still uses old technology -- "We're using a legacy software that only the old-timers know how to update." of a member or potential member of an organization -- the child of a previous member -- "She is a legacy candidate."
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endureendure → endured:suffered through I endured insult and injury without complaint.more Show sample from book The past four years, I've wanted to kill Percy Jackson for what he made us endure.3 more suffer through (or put up with something difficult or unpleasant) Show general definition for endure (as in: endured the pain) to suffer through (or put up with something difficult or unpleasant)
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endure#2continue to exist She is gone, but her teachings endure through the ages.more Show sample from book You will endure, Fai.3 more Show general definition for endure (as in: endure through the ages) to continue to exist
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immortalto live forever Zeus and the other gods were supposed to be immortal.more Show sample from book He thought about Grandmother's silly gold statues of Chinese immortals, her superstitions about putting furniture in certain places and avoiding unlucky numbers.†8 more immortal → immortals:people who live forever OR people 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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omena sign of what would happen The sudden appearance of a black cat was considered an omen of bad luck by the superstitious villagers.more Show sample from book Most omens are not as dramatic as a chicken, of course.†8 more omen → omens:signs of what will happen in the future Show general definition a sign of something about to happen
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sentryperson standing guard She successfully bluffed her way past the sentry.more Show sample from book Wooden watchtowers rose at each corner, manned by sentries with oversized, mounted crossbows.†8 more sentry → sentries:people standing guard Show general definition someone who stands guard
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patronpatron → patrons:customers The café was filled with patrons enjoying coffee and studying for exams.more Show sample from book The quest has been issued by Mars Ultor, patron of Rome.7 more someone who supports (helps) Show general definition for patron (as in: a patron of the arts) a regular customer; or someone who gives money or support to an organization, cause, or person
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stallionstallion → stallions:a male horse that has not been castrated Breeders carefully select stallions with excellent lineage to improve the bloodline of their horses.more Show sample from book That afternoon, she'd taken out a tan roan stallion with a gorgeous black mane.†7 more a male horse that has not been castrated (gelded) Show general definition a male horse that has not been castrated (gelded) -- especially one used for breeding purposes
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ogrefrightening giant In the story, the ogre lived in a dark cave and captured anyone who came near.more Show sample from book Ella, it's not safe here with the ogres.55 more ogre → ogres:frightening giants that like to eat people Show general definition a frightening giant from fairy tales, especially one who eats people; or a cruel or terrifying person
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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 wondered if this was what it was like to be a centaur.16 more Show general definition a mythical being that is half man and half horse
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augurpredict or indicate The early snowfall did not augur well for the rest of the winter.more Show sample from book The camp augur we're going to meet, Octavian, he's a legacy, descendant of Apollo.†8 more to indicate or predict that something will happen Show general definition to indicate or predict that something will happen --especially as a sign of what’s to come; or in ancient Rome, a religious official who interpreted signs and omens to guide public decisions
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rampartrampart → ramparts:defensive wall The invaders were unable to penetrate the outer ramparts.more Show sample from book It was about a quarter mile square, with earthen ramparts on all four sides, the tops lined with sharpened spikes.†3 more rampart → ramparts:a defensive wall or barrier -- built for military defense Show general definition a defensive wall or barrier -- built for military defense
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amnesialoss of memory The movie is about a woman who suffers amnesia and doesn't even remember her husband.more Show sample from book Amnesiac demigods who had gotten on Reyna's bad side?†2 more amnesia → amnesiac:someone who has lost their memory Show general definition loss of memory (partial or total)
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conveyor belta moving band or belt that transports objects A conveyor belt is used to transport luggage at the airport.more Show sample from book Conveyor belts wound through the room like waterslides, carrying boxes in every direction.†2 more conveyor belt → conveyor belts:a moving band or belt that transports objects -- such as goods in a factory Show general definition a moving band or belt that transports objects -- such as goods in a factory