Clash of Kings

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accede
kezdjen tanulni
to agree or consent
Despite his initial reluctance, he eventually acceded to their demands.
acron
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a name or term formed from the initial letters of other words
"UNESCO" is an acron for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
adultery
kezdjen tanulni
voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and someone other than their lawful spouse
Adultery is considered a breach of trust in many societies.
aft
kezdjen tanulni
towards or at the stern or rear of a ship or aircraft
The sailors gathered aft to watch the sunset.
alacrity
kezdjen tanulni
brisk and cheerful readiness
She accepted the challenge with alacrity.
appeased
kezdjen tanulni
to satisfy or relieve
He appeased his hunger with a hearty meal.
arses
kezdjen tanulni
plural of "arse," meaning the buttocks
The comedian slipped on a banana peel and landed on his arses.
assiduously
kezdjen tanulni
with great care and perseverance
She worked assiduously to achieve her goals.
astringent
kezdjen tanulni
causing the contraction of body tissues
The astringent taste of the medicine made her grimace.
athwart
kezdjen tanulni
across from side to side
The log lay athwart the path, blocking their way.
aurochs
kezdjen tanulni
an extinct large wild ox of Europe, Asia, and North Africa
Cave paintings depict the hunting of aurochs by ancient humans.
balking
kezdjen tanulni
to hesitate or be unwilling to accept an idea or undertaking
Despite his talent, he was balking at taking on the leadership role.
barnacles
kezdjen tanulni
marine crustaceans that typically attach themselves to hard surfaces
The boat's hull was encrusted with barnacles.
baser
kezdjen tanulni
comparative form of "base," meaning low in rank or quality
He showed his baser instincts when he resorted to lying to cover up his mistake.
baubles
kezdjen tanulni
small, showy trinkets or ornaments
The Christmas tree was adorned with colorful baubles.
beckoned
kezdjen tanulni
to make a gesture with the hand, arm, or head to encourage someone to come nearer or follow
She beckoned for him to join her at the table.
beleaguered
kezdjen tanulni
beset with difficulties
The beleaguered company struggled to stay afloat amidst financial turmoil.
bereft
kezdjen tanulni
deprived of or lacking something, especially a non material asset
She felt bereft of hope after the tragic loss of her loved one.
besmirch
kezdjen tanulni
to damage the reputation of someone or something
He attempted to besmirch her character with unfounded accusations.
besotted
kezdjen tanulni
strongly infatuated
He was besotted with her from the moment they met.
bestowed
kezdjen tanulni
to present or give (an honor, right, or gift)
The king bestowed knighthood upon the brave warrior.
betroth
kezdjen tanulni
to enter into a formal agreement to marry
They were betrothed in a traditional ceremony.
bovine
kezdjen tanulni
relating to or resembling cattle
His expression was utterly bovine as he listened to the lecture.
brayed
kezdjen tanulni
to make a loud, harsh cry
The donkey brayed loudly in the field.
breeches
kezdjen tanulni
short trousers fastened just below the knee
He wore breeches and tall boots for horseback riding.
bulwark
kezdjen tanulni
a defensive wall or barrier
The fortress was protected by a sturdy bulwark.
callow
kezdjen tanulni
inexperienced and immature
He spoke with a callow confidence that belied his lack of real world experience.
caltrop
kezdjen tanulni
a spiked metal device thrown on the ground to impede wheeled vehicles or cavalry
The soldiers scattered caltrops to hinder the enemy's advance.
camelry
kezdjen tanulni
a group of camels
The caravan was led by a camelry through the desert.
cantered
kezdjen tanulni
to move at a moderate and steady pace on horseback
The horse cantered gracefully around the arena.
carbuncle
kezdjen tanulni
a severe abscess or multiple boils in the skin
The doctor treated the carbuncle with antibiotics.
caromed
kezdjen tanulni
to rebound or deflect off a surface
The billiard ball caromed off the cushion and sank into the pocket.
carrack
kezdjen tanulni
a large merchant ship of a kind operating in European waters in the 14th to the 17th century
The carrack sailed proudly into the harbor, laden with goods from distant lands.
centipedes
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kezdjen tanulni
small, carnivorous invertebrates with many legs
he garden was infested with centipedes, much to the gardener's dismay.
chastise
kezdjen tanulni
to rebuke or reprimand severely
The teacher chastised the student for being late to class.
cinched
kezdjen tanulni
to make certain of something
With his skills, winning the competition was cinched.
cinders
kezdjen tanulni
partially burned pieces of coal or wood
The fire left behind only cold cinders.
commendable
kezdjen tanulni
deserving praise
His bravery in the face of danger was commendable.
concur
kezdjen tanulni
to agree or be of the same opinion
I concur with your assessment of the situation.
conflagration
kezdjen tanulni
a large destructive fire
The entire building was consumed by the conflagration.
conjured
kezdjen tanulni
to call upon (a spirit or ghost) to appear, by means of a magic ritual
The magician conjured a rabbit out of his hat.
contended
kezdjen tanulni
to assert something as a position in an argument
She contended that the decision was unjust.
covetous
kezdjen tanulni
having or showing a strong desire for what others have
His covetous gaze lingered on the shiny new car.
creak
kezdjen tanulni
a harsh, high pitched sound made by something old or damaged when it moves
The old floorboards creaked under his weight.
crestfallen
kezdjen tanulni
sad and disappointed
He looked crestfallen when he realized he had lost the competition.
cudgels
kezdjen tanulni
short thick sticks used as weapons
The villagers armed themselves with cudgels to defend against the invaders.
cumbered
kezdjen tanulni
hampered or hindered by something
He felt cumbered by the weight of his responsibilities.
dappling
kezdjen tanulni
to mark or become marked with small spots or patches of color
The sunlight dappling through the leaves created a beautiful pattern on the forest floor.
decencies
kezdjen tanulni
standards of polite behavior
He was raised with a sense of decencies that he always adhered to.
derision
kezdjen tanulni
contemptuous ridicule or mockery
His proposal was met with derision by the committee members.
designed
kezdjen tanulni
to plan or outline in detail
The architect designed a stunning new skyscraper for the city skyline.
devious
kezdjen tanulni
showing a skillful use of underhanded tactics to achieve goals
She took a devious route to avoid the traffic jam.
devout
kezdjen tanulni
having or showing deep religious feeling or commitment
She was a devout believer who attended church regularly.
dire
kezdjen tanulni
extremely serious or urgent
The situation had reached a dire point, and immediate action was necessary.
diverting
kezdjen tanulni
entertaining or amusing
The comedian's jokes were diverting, making the audience laugh uproariously.
drapes
kezdjen tanulni
heavy curtains
She drew the drapes to block out the sunlight.
dullard
kezdjen tanulni
a slow or stupid person
He was often dismissed as a dullard because of his lack of academic success.
emaciated
kezdjen tanulni
abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food
The emaciated dog was rescued from the streets.
encampment
kezdjen tanulni
a place with temporary accommodations consisting of tents or simple huts
The soldiers set up their encampment at the edge of the forest.
ermine
kezdjen tanulni
a stoat, especially when in its white winter coat
The royal robe was lined with luxurious ermine fur.
fastidious
kezdjen tanulni
very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail
She was known for her fastidious attention to cleanliness.
faun
kezdjen tanulni
a mythical creature that is part human and part goat, with the legs of a goat and the upper body of a human
In ancient mythology, fauns were often depicted as mischievous woodland spirits.
feeble
kezdjen tanulni
lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness
The old man's feeble voice barely rose above a whisper.
fester
kezdjen tanulni
to become worse or more intense, especially through long term neglect or indifference
Resentment began to fester between the two friends after their argument.
festooned
kezdjen tanulni
adorned with decorations, typically hanging in curves
The room was festooned with colorful streamers for the party.
fettered
kezdjen tanulni
restrained or confined
He felt fettered by the expectations placed upon him by society.
feuds
kezdjen tanulni
prolonged and bitter quarrels or disputes
The feud between the two families lasted for generations.
fickle
kezdjen tanulni
changing frequently, especially in regards to one's loyalties, interests, or affections
She grew tired of his fickle behavior and decided to end the relationship.
fissured
kezdjen tanulni
having a long, narrow opening or crack
The ground was fissured by the earthquake.
flamboyance
kezdjen tanulni
a tendency to attract attention because of one's exuberance, confidence, or stylishness
His flamboyance made him the center of attention wherever he went.
flouted
kezdjen tanulni
openly disregard or disobey a rule, law, or convention
He flouted the speed limit, driving recklessly down the highway.
flustered
kezdjen tanulni
agitated or confused, especially as a result of being hurried or embarrassed
She became flustered when she realized she had forgotten her speech.
foliage
kezdjen tanulni
plant leaves, collectively
The forest was dense with lush foliage.
folly
kezdjen tanulni
lack of good sense or foresight; a foolish act or idea
It was sheer folly to attempt climbing the mountain in such treacherous weather.
forlorn
kezdjen tanulni
pitifully sad and abandoned or lonely
The puppy's forlorn expression tugged at her heartstrings.
fornicate
kezdjen tanulni
engage in sexual intercourse
In some cultures, it is considered taboo to fornicate before marriage.
frail
kezdjen tanulni
weak and delicate
The frail old woman needed assistance to walk.
frailty
kezdjen tanulni
the condition of being weak or delicate
Despite her physical frailty, she remained mentally sharp.
furtive
kezdjen tanulni
attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble
He cast a furtive glance over his shoulder before slipping into the alley.
garbed
kezdjen tanulni
dressed in distinctive clothing or attire
The actors were garbed in elaborate costumes for the performance.
glee
kezdjen tanulni
great delight or pleasure
The children squealed with glee as they opened their presents.
glided
kezdjen tanulni
moved smoothly and effortlessly
The swan glided across the pond with grace.
gruffly
kezdjen tanulni
in a rough or surly manner
He responded gruffly to her question, clearly annoyed.
guileless
kezdjen tanulni
innocent and without deception
His guileless manner made it difficult for him to detect dishonesty in others.
guise
kezdjen tanulni
an external form, appearance, or manner of presentation
The thief operated under the guise of a friendly neighbor.
gunwale
kezdjen tanulni
the upper edge of the side of a boat or ship
They sat on the gunwale, dangling their feet over the water.
gusting
kezdjen tanulni
blowing in sudden, strong bursts
The wind was gusting so fiercely that it was difficult to walk straight.
hastened
kezdjen tanulni
to be quick to do something
She hastened to apologize for her mistake.
hemmed
kezdjen tanulni
to be confined or encircled
The small village was hemmed in by towering mountains.
hempen
kezdjen tanulni
made of hemp
The hempen rope was strong enough to support the weight of the anchor.
hooted
kezdjen tanulni
to make a loud, raucous cry, especially to express disapproval or mockery
The crowd hooted in protest at the politician's speech.
huddled
kezdjen tanulni
crowded together in a compact group
The refugees huddled together for warmth in the makeshift shelter.
hues
kezdjen tanulni
colors or shades
The artist used a variety of hues to create a vibrant painting.
impassively
kezdjen tanulni
without showing emotion
The soldier listened impassively to the general's orders.
impiety
kezdjen tanulni
lack of reverence or respect, especially for a god or sacred object
His impiety shocked the devout members of the church.
inexorable
kezdjen tanulni
impossible to stop or prevent
The inexorable march of time waits for no one.
inimical
kezdjen tanulni
harmful or unfriendly
The harsh weather conditions were inimical to our plans for a picnic.
jagged
kezdjen tanulni
having a rough or sharp edge or outline
The jagged rocks made hiking difficult.
lackwit
kezdjen tanulni
a person who lacks intelligence or understanding
He was dismissed as a lackwit by his more educated peers.
lamprey
kezdjen tanulni
a jawless fish with a sucker mouth and a circular sucking disk for attachment
Lampreys are often considered a delicacy in some cuisines.
latrines
kezdjen tanulni
a simple toilet or outhouse, especially a pit toilet
The soldiers dug latrines in the camp to maintain hygiene.
lichen
kezdjen tanulni
a simple slow growing plant that typically forms a low crusty, leaflike, or branching growth on rocks, walls, and trees
The old stone wall was covered in lichen.
lickspittle
kezdjen tanulni
a person who behaves obsequiously to those in power
He was always ingratiating himself with the boss, a true lickspittle.
lisped
kezdjen tanulni
to speak with a speech defect in which sibilants are pronounced like th in thick
The child lisped as he tried to say his name.
lithe
kezdjen tanulni
thin, supple, and graceful
The lithe dancer moved across the stage with effortless grace.
loitering
kezdjen tanulni
lingering aimlessly without purpose
The police warned the teenagers about loitering in front of the store.
lout
kezdjen tanulni
an uncouth or aggressive man or boy
The lout shouted obscenities at the passerby.
ludicrous
kezdjen tanulni
so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing
The idea of a talking dog seemed ludicrous to him.
malevolent
kezdjen tanulni
having or showing a wish to do evil to others
His malevolent glare sent shivers down her spine.
maw
kezdjen tanulni
the jaws or throat of a voracious animal
The lion's maw opened wide as it roared.
meagre
kezdjen tanulni
lacking in quantity or quality
The prisoner was given only meagre rations while in captivity.
merriment
kezdjen tanulni
lively and cheerful fun
The sound of laughter filled the room as the partygoers enjoyed the merriment.
merwives
kezdjen tanulni
mythical creatures, wives of the merfolk
According to legend, merwives would sometimes come ashore to seek human husbands.
morbid
kezdjen tanulni
characterized by or appealing to an abnormal and unhealthy interest in disturbing subjects, especially death and disease
Her morbid fascination with crime documentaries unsettled her friends.
morsel
kezdjen tanulni
a small piece or amount of food
He savored every morsel of the delicious dessert.
mutilation
kezdjen tanulni
the action of mutilating or being mutilated
The mutilation of the ancient statue was a tragedy for art lovers everywhere.
negligently
kezdjen tanulni
failing to take proper care or to give proper attention
He was accused of negligently causing the accident.
nettles
kezdjen tanulni
a herbaceous plant that has jagged leaves covered with stinging hairs
Be careful not to touch the nettles; they can cause a painful rash.
nitre
kezdjen tanulni
an archaic term for potassium nitrate, used in explosives, fertilizers, and preservatives
The alchemist mixed charcoal, sulfur, and nitre in his search for the philosopher's stone.
obliterated
kezdjen tanulni
destroyed utterly; wiped out
The town was obliterated by the tornado.
oddments
kezdjen tanulni
miscellaneous items or remnants
She sorted through the oddments in the attic, looking for anything of value.
pail
kezdjen tanulni
a bucket
He filled the pail with water from the well.
palfrey
kezdjen tanulni
a gentle saddle horse, especially one used for women
She rode her palfrey through the countryside, enjoying the peaceful scenery.
paltry
kezdjen tanulni
small or meager; insignificant
He was paid a paltry sum for his hard work.
patchy
kezdjen tanulni
characterized by irregular or uneven distribution or appearance
The lawn was patchy, with areas of lush green grass and bare patches of soil.
pease
kezdjen tanulni
an archaic term for peas
The recipe called for a cup of dried pease.
pebbled
kezdjen tanulni
covered or strewn with small, rounded stones
The path was pebbled, making it difficult to walk on.
peddler
kezdjen tanulni
a person who sells goods, typically on the streets or door
The peddler offered a variety of wares from his cart.
peevish
kezdjen tanulni
easily irritated, especially by unimportant things
He became peevish when his plans were disrupted.
persimmon
kezdjen tanulni
an edible fruit that resembles a large tomato and has a very sweet flesh
She enjoyed the taste of ripe persimmons in the autumn.
pieceth
kezdjen tanulni
an archaic form of "pieces"
He broke the bread into small pieceth for the birds.
pinions
kezdjen tanulni
the outer part of a bird's wing including the flight feathers
The bird spread its pinions and took flight.
pious
kezdjen tanulni
devoutly religious
She led a pious life, attending church every Sunday.
piously
kezdjen tanulni
in a devout or religious manner
She prayed piously for the health of her family.
pitilessly
kezdjen tanulni
without pity; cruelly
The dictator ruled his country pitilessly, crushing any opposition.
placate
kezdjen tanulni
to make someone less angry or hostile
He tried to placate her by offering an apology.
plinth
kezdjen tanulni
a heavy base supporting a statue or vase
The statue stood on a marble plinth in the center of the square.
precipitous
kezdjen tanulni
dangerously high or steep
The mountain had a precipitous drop off on one side.
prodigious
kezdjen tanulni
remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree
The pianist had a prodigious talent for playing the piano.
quiescent
kezdjen tanulni
in a state or period of inactivity or dormancy
The volcano remained quiescent for centuries before erupting again.
quintain
kezdjen tanulni
a post with a target for tilting, used in the Middle Ages for practicing jousting
The knights trained with the quintain to improve their skills in combat.
rabid
kezdjen tanulni
extremely zealous or enthusiastic
He was a rabid fan of the football team, never missing a game.
ramshackle
kezdjen tanulni
in a state of severe disrepair
The old farmhouse was ramshackle, with parts of the roof caving in.
ravenry
kezdjen tanulni
a group or colony of ravens
The ravenry in the forest was known for its eerie calls at night.
readied
kezdjen tanulni
made ready or prepared
She readied herself for the upcoming interview.
reave
kezdjen tanulni
to rob or plunder
The bandits sought to reave the village of its riches.
rebuffed
kezdjen tanulni
rejected or dismissed abruptly or bluntly
He was rebuffed when he tried to ask her out on a date.
reprieve
kezdjen tanulni
a cancellation or postponement of a punishment
The governor granted a last minute reprieve to the condemned prisoner.
resoundingly
kezdjen tanulni
with a loud and deep sound
The victory was resoundingly celebrated by the team and their fans.
retinue
kezdjen tanulni
a group of advisers, assistants, or followers accompanying an important person
The king was attended by his retinue of knights and advisors.
revelry
kezdjen tanulni
lively and noisy festivities, especially when involving drinking and dancing
The streets were filled with revelry during the carnival.
revrenced
kezdjen tanulni
respected deeply
The elder statesman was revrenced for his wisdom and experience.
roseroad
kezdjen tanulni
a road lined with rose bushes
They walked along the roseroad, enjoying the fragrance of the flowers.
sconce
kezdjen tanulni
a bracket attached to the wall for holding candles or lights
The room was dimly lit by a single sconce on the wall.
scuttling
kezdjen tanulni
moving hurriedly with short, quick steps
The mouse went scuttling across the kitchen floor.
semblance
kezdjen tanulni
outward appearance or semblance of something
Despite her calm semblance, she was inwardly anxious.
shoal
kezdjen tanulni
a shallow place in a body of water
The fishermen cast their nets in the shoal to catch fish.
shroud
kezdjen tanulni
a length of cloth or an enveloping garment in which a dead person is wrapped for burial
The body was wrapped in a white shroud before being buried.
sinecure
kezdjen tanulni
a position requiring little or no work but giving the holder status or financial benefit
The political appointment was merely a sinecure, with no real responsibilities.
sinew
kezdjen tanulni
a piece of tough fibrous tissue uniting muscle to bone or bone to bone; a tendon or ligament
He strained his sinew while lifting weights.
sinewy
kezdjen tanulni
consisting of or resembling sinews; muscular
The boxer had sinewy arms from years of training.
slobbered
kezdjen tanulni
to let saliva or liquid run from the mouth; to drool
The dog slobbered eagerly as it waited for its dinner.
soot
kezdjen tanulni
a black powdery or flaky substance consisting largely of amorphous carbon, produced by the incomplete burning of organic matter
The chimney sweep removed the soot from the fireplace.
sots
kezdjen tanulni
habitual drinkers; drunkards
The tavern was frequented by sots who spent their days drinking and gambling.
speckled
kezdjen tanulni
covered or marked with a large number of small spots or patches of color
The bird's eggs were speckled with brown spots.
splotchy
kezdjen tanulni
marked with irregularly shaped patches or spots of color
The painter's first attempt was splotchy and uneven.
spurs
kezdjen tanulni
a device with a small spike or a spiked wheel that is worn on a rider's heel and used for urging a horse forward
The cowboy's spurs jingled as he rode into town.
squander
kezdjen tanulni
to waste something, especially money or time, in a reckless and foolish manner
He squandered his inheritance on frivolous purchases.
staves
kezdjen tanulni
narrow strips of wood that form the sides of a barrel, tub, or similar cylindrical object
The cooper carefully assembled the staves to create a sturdy barrel.
studded
kezdjen tanulni
decorated or augmented with studs or similar small projecting ornaments
Her leather jacket was studded with silver spikes.
succinct
kezdjen tanulni
briefly and clearly expressed
She gave a succinct summary of the main points.
sward
kezdjen tanulni
an expanse of short grass
The sheep grazed peacefully on the green sward.
swatting
kezdjen tanulni
hitting or striking something with a sharp blow, especially using a flat object like a hand or a fly swatter
He was swatting at the flies buzzing around the picnic table.
tallow
kezdjen tanulni
a hard fatty substance made from rendered animal fat, used in making candles and soap
The candles were made from tallow and scented with lavender.
talons
kezdjen tanulni
the sharp, hooked claws of a bird of prey or other predatory animal
The eagle's talons gripped its prey tightly.
tankard
kezdjen tanulni
a large drinking cup, usually with a handle and a hinged lid
He raised his tankard in a toast to his friends.
taunting
kezdjen tanulni
teasing or challenging someone with scornful or insulting remarks
The children were taunting each other on the playground.
tepid
kezdjen tanulni
lukewarm; showing little enthusiasm
The soup was tepid, not hot enough to be enjoyable.
thrice
kezdjen tanulni
three times
He knocked thrice on the door before it opened.
thwart
kezdjen tanulni
to prevent someone from accomplishing something
She tried to thwart his plans, but he was determined to succeed.
timber
kezdjen tanulni
wood prepared for use in building and carpentry
The cabin was constructed from sturdy timber logs.
to balk
kezdjen tanulni
to hesitate or be unwilling to accept an idea or undertaking
She balked at the idea of moving to a new city.
trudge
kezdjen tanulni
to walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions
We trudged through the snow covered fields on our hike.
unduly
kezdjen tanulni
excessively; to an unwarranted degree
She felt unduly stressed by the pressure of the upcoming deadline.
urchin
kezdjen tanulni
a mischievous young child, typically one who is poorly dressed
The little urchin begged for food on the streets.
vair
kezdjen tanulni
a fur used in medieval clothing, typically with a pattern resembling squirrel fur
The nobleman's cloak was lined with vair.
vehemence
kezdjen tanulni
the display of strong feeling; passion
He argued his point with great vehemence, refusing to back down.
vied
kezdjen tanulni
competed eagerly with someone in order to do or achieve something
The two teams vied for the championship title.
wallowing
kezdjen tanulni
indulging in something with great enjoyment or satisfaction
She spent the afternoon wallowing in a bubble bath.
walrus
kezdjen tanulni
a large marine mammal with long tusks and prominent whiskers, found in the Arctic Ocean
The walrus hauled itself out of the water onto the ice floe.
wattle
kezdjen tanulni
a framework of poles and interwoven branches used for making fences, walls, and roofs
The farmer repaired the wattle fence around the pasture.
wayns
kezdjen tanulni
an archaic term for wagons or carts
The wayns were loaded with supplies for the long journey ahead.
whicker
kezdjen tanulni
(of a horse) to make a gentle, low sound
The horse whickered softly as its owner approached with a carrot.
wondrous
kezdjen tanulni
inspiring a feeling of wonder or delight; marvelous
They gazed in wonder at the wondrous sight before them.
writhe
kezdjen tanulni
to make continual twisting, squirming movements or contortions of the body
The snake began to writhe as it shed its old skin.
zorses
kezdjen tanulni
a hybrid animal resulting from the crossbreeding of a zebra and a horse
The zorses grazed peacefully in the field, their striped coats gleaming in the sunlight.

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