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11+ Vocab Swiss Fam

QuestionAnswer
lulled Became calm or quiet after movement or noise.
brilliant Very bright or shining; also can mean excellent.
Greenery Green plants and vegetation.
dilapidated In poor condition because of age or damage.
habitable Safe and suitable for living in.
anxious Worried or concerned about something.
precious Very valuable or important.
provisions Supplies of food and other necessities.
preserve To keep something safe from damage or loss.
irreparable Impossible to repair or restore.
resolve To make a firm decision to do something.
stable Firm, secure, and unlikely to change or collapse.
quarters A place where people people or stay.
hollow out To remove material from inside something to create a space.
insurmountable So difficult that it seems impossible to overcome.
cavern A large cave.
perishable Likely to decay, spoil, or go bad quickly.
laden Heavily loaded or carrying a large amount.
cargo Goods or supplies being transported.
chisels Sharp tools used for cutting or shaping wood, stone, or metal.
battered Hit repeatedly with force.
incessant Continuing without stopping.
toil Very hard work
yielding Easy to bend, give way, or work with.
relieved Feeling happy because a worry or difficulty has ended.
persevering Continuing despite difficulties; determined.
thrust Pushed something suddenly and forcefully.
vigorously With great energy and strength.
astonishing Very surprising or impressive.
stowed Packed or stored away safely.
overawed Filled with wonder and admiration.
grandeur Great beauty, importance, or magnificence.
glittering Shining with many bright reflections.
crystal A clear, hard mineral that sparkles.
reflected Threw back light, heat, or an image.
pillars Tall vertical structures that support something.
mighty Very powerful or strong.
sparkled Shone with flashes of light.
magnificent Extremely beautiful, impressive, or grand.
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