vocab

Rivulet

a small stream.

Protruded

to stick out or project forward.

Judiciously

in a way that shows good judgment or care.

Homicide

the killing of another human being.

Listless

lacking enthusiasm or interest.

Insinuation

a hint or suggestion, especially one that is mean-spirited.

Bemused

mildly confused or puzzled.

Cowl

a hood or cloak, especially the one worn by a monk.

Emulsion

a mixture of two liquids that normally don't mix, like oil and water.

Hobnailed

having short nails with large heads.

Dissipated

to waste or use up resources carelessly.

Chambray

a type of lightweight fabric, usually blue and often used for shirts.

Subtle

difficult to detect or understand.

Fetlocks

the part of a horse's leg between the ankle and the hoof.

Dispersed

to scatter or spread out.

Anlage

a natural tendency or aptitude.

Piqued

mildly irritated or offended.

Zenith

the highest point or state of something.

Swale

a low-lying area of land between hills.

Declivity

a downward slope.

Hypocrite

a person who pretends to have beliefs, feelings, or morals that they do not really have.

Shoat

a young pig.

Parapet

a low wall built along the edge of a roof, balcony, or other raised area.

Scrabbled

to move or search around awkwardly on one's hands and knees.

Ravenously

in a way that is extremely hungry.

Petulant

childishly bad-tempered or sulky.

Convulsed

to shake or jerk violently, especially as a result of laughter or pain.

Truculently

in a way that is aggressive or threatening.