Book XIV — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from Book XIV

thrifty (adjective)

Using money and resources carefully; industrious and economical in managing one's affairs.

reconnoitre (verb)

To make a preliminary inspection or survey of an area, especially for military purposes.

ambuscade (noun)

An ambush; a surprise attack from a concealed position.

doughty (adjective)

Brave and persistent; showing courage and determination in the face of danger.

ravenously (adverb)

In an extremely hungry or voracious manner; with great eagerness.

scruple (noun)

A feeling of doubt or hesitation regarding the morality or propriety of an action.

villainy (noun)

Wicked or criminal behavior; morally reprehensible actions.

brimstone (noun)

Sulfur, especially when associated with lightning or divine punishment; a yellow combustible substance.

rime (noun)

Frost formed on cold objects by the rapid freezing of water vapor; a coating of ice crystals.

precipice (noun)

A very steep rock face or cliff, especially one that is tall and vertical.

free-booters (noun)

Pirates or plunderers; those who seek profit through robbery and raiding.

lineage (noun)

Direct descent from an ancestor; ancestry or pedigree.

equitable (adjective)

Fair and impartial; treating everyone with equal justice.

savoury (adjective)

Having an appetizing taste or smell; pleasantly flavored, especially with herbs or spices.

clouts (noun)

Pieces of cloth or rags; old, worn-out garments.