MacBeth Vocabulary

intemperance (n)

a lack of moderation or self control, often showing an excessive indulgence in things like food, drink, etc.

recompense (v)

to repay, compensate, or reward for service

compunction (n)

a feeling of uneasiness or anxiety caused by regret for doing wrong; remorse

cleave (v)

to adhere closely, stick or cling; to remain faithful

prate (v)

to talk excessively and pointlessly

equivocator (n)

someone who intentionally uses ambiguous or unclear expressions in order to mislead or deceive people

augment (v)

make something greater by adding to it

sundry (adj)

various or diverse

palpable (adj)

able to be touched or felt; tangible

laudable (adj)

deserving of praise, commendable

dolor (n)

soror or grief

avarice (n)

excessive greed

undaunted (adj)

not intimidated or discouraged by difficulty, danger, or disappointment

malady (n)

a disease; a sickness; a problem; a difficulty

mettle (n)

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