Throne of Glass — Vocabulary
Sarah J. Maas
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tapestrytapestry → tapestries:rug-like artworks -- often hung on a wall for display The Lady and the Unicorn is the modern title given to the six tapestries that are considered to be among the greatest artworks of the Middle Ages.more Show sample from book Each room was furnished in gold and crimson, her bedroom also decorated with a giant tapestry along one wall, with couches and deep-cushioned chairs scattered in a tasteful manner.p.43.420 more rug-like artwork -- often hung on a wall for display Show general definition for tapestry (as in: the tapestry hangs in the museum) rug-like artwork -- often hung on a wall for display
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yieldproduce (lead to) The discovery could yield a more effective treatment for diabetes.more Show sample from book When the book yielded nothing, she returned to the summoning spell.p.309.33 more yield → yielded:produced 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 Chaol didn't know if it was because of Endovier, or just being an assassin; whatever the cause of that unyielding rage, she could never entirely leash herself.†p.204.73 more yield → unyielding:strict, firm, or hard (not giving in, not giving way, or not giving up) Show context notes The prefix "un-" in unyielding means not and reverses the meaning of yielding. This is the same pattern you see in words like unhappy, unknown, and unlucky. Show general definition for yield (as in: yield to pressure) to give in, give way, or give up
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contemplatethink deeply about After the meeting, she needed some time alone to contemplate her next move.more Show sample from book It had been a while since she'd contemplated the gifts she'd lost, though the memory of her abilities haunted her dreams.†p.31.77 more contemplate → contemplated:consider or ponder Show general definition consider or ponder
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arrogantwith an excessive sense of superiority She is rude and arrogant.more Show sample from book So, I highly suggest, Miss Sardothien, that you get your arrogance in check before you end up back in the mines.†p.15.28 more arrogant → arrogance:having an excessive sense of superiority Show general definition having an excessive sense of superiority
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deflectturn aside She used humor to deflect the awkward question about her personal life.more Show sample from book Her arms ached as they were shaken from their slumber, but she continued to deflect and parry.†p.82.68 more turn aside from a fixed direction or line of interest Show general definition turn aside from a fixed direction or line of interest
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remnantremnant → remnants:small amounts that remains after the rest is gone They are working to eliminate remnants of al-Qaeda in that area.more Show sample from book It still echoed with the remnants of the power that had once given these trees such unnatural beauty.†p.29.58 more Show general definition a small amount that remains after the rest is gone -- sometimes specifically of cloth
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agonyintense suffering She was in agony from a toothache.more Show sample from book The moans of agony amongst the clank of chains made a chorus as familiar as the dreary work songs they sang all day.†p.4.28 more Show general definition intense feelings of suffering -- can be from mental or physical pain
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notoriouswell known for something bad He was a notorious drug dealer.more Show sample from book That was expected by Adarlan's most notorious assassin.†p.1.35 more
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tauntintentionally anger, challenge, or upset someone She used Twitter to taunt the opposing candidate.more Show sample from book But here, it was hard to focus when Cain was nearby, taunting and sneering, waiting for her to make one mistake.†p.105.46 more taunt → taunting:intentionally angering, challenging, or upsetting Show general definition to intentionally anger, challenge, or upset someone -- especially by mocking them or hurling insults or (as a noun): an insult or other action intended to anger, challenge, or upset someone
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demonstratedemonstrate → demonstrated:showed The salesperson demonstrated features of both phones so I could compare them.more Show sample from book She could scale a wall with ease, and had even demonstrated by climbing up to her own balcony with nothing but her bare hands.†p.327.22 more Show general definition for demonstrate (as in: It demonstrates my point.) to show The exact meaning of this sense of demonstrate can depend upon its context. For example: "I will demonstrate how to throw a Frisbee." -- show how to do something "I will demonstrate how much quicker the new computer is than the old one." -- show how something works "Her questioned demonstrated that she was listening and thinking deeply about what was said." -- showed to be true or proved
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ornatehaving lots of decorative detail The hotel is decorated with ornate furniture, lots of carved designs, and gold leaf gilding.more Show sample from book She was clad not in her usual white gown, but rather in a dark tunic and loose trousers, and she clutched an ornately carved wooden staff in one hand.†p.130.83 more ornate → ornately:with much decorative detail Show general definition highly decorative or elaborate in style — whether in appearance (with lots of detail) or in language that sounds flowery and overly complicated
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malicemalice → malicious:evil; or made with the intent to make others suffer I am not interested in hearing malicious gossip.more Show sample from book Nothing malicious or mocking lay beneath his words.†p.36.23 more malice → malicious:the intention or desire to see others suffer Show general definition the intention or desire to see others suffer
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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 She swirled the dessert wine they'd used to conceal the sweetness, but in the bronze goblet, it was difficult to see the color.p.237.35 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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bronze#2reddish-brown or yellowish-brown He was attracted by her shining bronze hair.more Show sample from book "Yes," Chaol said, his bronze eyes flashing.p.18.15 more a shining yellowish-brown color (like the metal of the same name) Show general definition for bronze (as in: a bronze tan) a reddish-brown or yellowish-brown color like that of one of the metals with the same name -- often used to refer to a suntan or a dark glowing complexion
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antidotecure The doctor gave her an antidote to counteract the snake venom.more Show sample from book If they got the answer wrong ...Even with antidotes on hand, it would be unpleasant.†p.237.26 more antidote → antidotes:cures for something bad Show general definition a cure for something bad -- especially for poison
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ostentatiousshowy (trying to attract notice and impress others in a manner seen as in bad taste) Although wealthy, the family is not ostentatious.more Show sample from book Despite the ostentatious nature of the glass castle, she had to admit that it did look rather beautiful at times.†p.201.41 more intended to attract notice and impress others Show general definition intended to attract notice and impress others -- especially with wealth in a vulgar way
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gistmain point(s) Just tell me the gist of the matter.more Show sample from book Dorian's Eyllwe was just competent enough that he understood the gist of it to be: "His Highness certainly knows how to keep women entertained."†p.165.92 more the main point(s) of a more detailed matter Show general definition the main point(s) of a more detailed matter
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invertinvert → inverted:turned upside down We rode an inverted loop roller coaster.more Show sample from book A red sash covered the waist, forming an inverted peak that separated the bodice from the explosion of skirts beneath.†p.61.32 more invert → inverted:turned in the opposite position -- such as upside down, inside out, or (of two things) in switched position Show general definition to turn something upside down, inside out, or reverse its position, order, or meaning
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opiuma powerful narcotic Today, other drugs have replaced opium for most medical uses.more Show sample from book If he found out about the opium, she could just blame it on the horrible headaches she'd been having lately.†p.248.42 more Show general definition a powerful drug made from a type of poppy; relieves pain and aids sleep, but highly addictive and dangerous when abused recreationally