Macbeth Vocab 3

malady

a disease or ailment

malicious

characterized by malice; intending to do harm

largess

generosity in bestowing money or gifts upon others

husband

use(resources) economically; conserve

industrious

constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied

laud

praise(a person) highly, especially in a public context

homely

simple but cozy; comfortable / plain in appearance

mirth

amusement, especially as expressed in laughter

kindle

light or set on fire/ arouse or inspire

humane

having or showing compassion or benevolence

lament

mourn(a person’s loss or death)

mortify

cause(someone) to feel embarrassed, ashamed, or humiliated

malevolence

the state or condition of being malevolent; ill will; hatred

lecher

a person who acts romantically or lust-full towards others

oblivion

the state of being unaware of what is happening

palatable

pleasant to taste; acceptable or satisfactory

malice

the intention or desire to do evil

intemperance

lack of moderation or restraint

mettle

a person’s ability to cope with difficulties or to face a demanding situation in a spirited and resilient way

obscure

not discovered or known about; uncertain