Book VII — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Book VII

suppliant (noun)

A person who makes a humble plea to someone in power or authority; one who begs for mercy or aid.

importunate (adjective)

Persistent and demanding, often to the point of annoyance; refusing to be ignored.

consummate (adjective)

Showing a high degree of skill and mastery; supremely accomplished.

hecatomb (noun)

An ancient Greek sacrifice of one hundred cattle; broadly, any large-scale sacrificial offering to the gods.

cornice (noun)

A horizontal decorative molding that crowns a building or wall, projecting outward at the top.

lintel (noun)

A horizontal beam spanning the top of a door or window opening, supporting the weight above it.

palisade (noun)

A fence or wall of wooden stakes or iron railings used as a defensive barrier.

wayfarer (noun)

A person who travels on foot; a wanderer or pilgrim.

provisioned (verb (past tense))

Supplied with food, drink, and other necessary stores for a journey.

abode (noun)

A place of residence; a dwelling or home.

comely (adjective)

Pleasing in appearance; attractive and well-formed.

luscious (adjective)

Richly sweet in taste or smell; extremely pleasing to the senses.

imperishable (adjective)

Enduring forever; not subject to decay or destruction.

ewer (noun)

A type of pitcher with a wide spout, used for pouring water for washing.

westering (adjective/verb)

Moving toward the west; specifically, describing the sun as it sinks toward the horizon in the afternoon.