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Hobbit Vocab Review
Term | Definition |
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surly | sullen, ill-humored, gruff |
realm | kingdom, sphere of influence |
portcullis | gateway, metal gate that can be raised |
jostling | pushing, shoving |
dreary | somber, dark, gloomy |
attribute | distinctive feature |
alluding | making indirect reference |
promontory | a geographical feature which juts out |
solemnities | ceremonies, rituals |
enmity | hatred, hostility |
grievous | causing pain or anguish |
fortified | strengthened or secured |
ghastly | shocking, terrifying |
cowered | cringe in fear |
mythical | of ancient stories |
stealth | proceeding in a secret way |
hoard | hidden supply |
pallid | pale, lacking in color |
bewitchment | under a magical spell |
sustaining | keeping in existence, maintaining |
dominion | having control or influence |
marauding | roving and raving of plunder |
foreboding | likelihood, premonition |
throes | agonizing struggle or effort |
potent | powerful, possessing strength |