Studied by 23 peopleanathema
something or someone that one vehemently dislikes
malignant
malevolent; very virulent or infectious
reparation
the making of amends for a wrong one has done, by paying money to or otherwise helping those who have been wronged
reavers
plunderers or pillagers
affliction
something that causes pain or suffering
riven
split or torn apart violently
spurred
urge (a horse) forward by digging one's spurs into its sides; to give an incentive or encouragement
respite
a short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant
gumption
shrewd or spirited initiative and resourcefulness
resolute
admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering
stalwart
loyal, reliable, and hardworking
undaunted
not intimidated or discouraged by difficulty, danger, or disappointment
atrocity
an extremely wicked or cruel act, typically one involving physical violence or injury
spurned
rejected with disdain or contempt
quailed
felt or showed fear or apprehension
sinews
pieces of tough fibrous tissue uniting muscle to bone or bone to bone; a tendon or ligament
unremitting
never relaxing or slackening; incessant
ignominious
deserving or causing public disgrace or shame
splayed
(especially of limbs or fingers) spread out and apart
coffer
a strongbox or small chest for holding valuables
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