Song of Solomon Vocab

Bereft

• describes being robbed of something tangible or abstract 

• raft - only getting on raft if i am alone and deserted

Pique

•  a temporary, impulsive outburst of anger or annoyance

• sassy scarf

Ruse

an action intended to deceive someone; a trick.

Maw

Mouth, throat, and stomach

Fervor

an intense, passionate, and enthusiastic feeling or dedication towards something

Flippant

describes a disrespectful, shallow, or unserious attitude, often marked by improper levity

Eschew

• deliberately avoid using; abstain from

• shoo / go away

Guileless

not a compliment --> overly honest and easily tricked

Righteous

acting in accord with divine or moral law, often meaning to be free from guilt, just, or virtuous

Garrulous

describes someone excessively talkative, chatty, or rambling, especially about trivial matters

Supplication

begging - please please please!

Fracas

a noisy disturbance or quarrel

Deferential

showing polite respect, submission, or high regard for a superior or elder

Litany

a list

Eke

to get with great difficulty

Clarion

religious call to action

Lodestar

Someone who is an inspiration or a guiding star