Chinese Mythology Vocab

Deity

A god or god like being

Discipline

A field of study, often with strict rules

Steed

A horse, usually majestic or swift

Immortality

Neverending life

Parable

A short story that teaches some sort of lesson or moral

Haggle

To argue or bargain over something to reach an agreement on price

Seclusion

The state of being private or away from others

Fervently

With great dedication or passion

Transcend

To rise above or beyond the limits of something

Infamous

Having a negative reputation

Sage

Someone who as gained wisdom through experience

cudgel

A short stick used as a weapon

Muster

To collect or assemble

Tangible

Noticeable by the senses, particularly touch

Antiquity

The ancient past

Impudence

Rudeness, lack of respect

Ethics

A set of principles that guide one’s choices

dissipate

To dissolve or disappear

Emissary

A messenger sent by someone of importance

Pinnacle

Peak or highest point