ACT IV - Scene II — Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from ACT IV - Scene II

compounded (verb (past tense))

Mixed together or combined into one substance.

counsel (noun)

Private thoughts, secrets, or confidential advice.

replication (noun)

A reply or answer; a response to a question.

countenance (noun)

Favor, approval, or patronage from a person of authority.

authorities (noun (plural))

Powers or rights granted by a ruler; official influence.

glean'd (verb (past participle))

Gathered or collected, especially bit by bit.

knavish (adjective)

Dishonest, cunning, or characteristic of a knave (a deceitful person).

demanded of (verb phrase)

Questioned by or interrogated by (archaic usage of "demand").

stow'd (verb (past participle))

Stored away or hidden in a secure place.

mouth'd (verb (past participle))

Placed in the mouth; held between the jaws without yet being swallowed.