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Hobbit Vocab Review
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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 |