English Terms 2

  1. Loathsome

Definition:highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust

  1. Respite

Definition:a short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant


  1. Prowess

Definition:a superior skill learned by study and practice


  1. Haughty

Definition:having or showing arrogant superiority





  1. Assuage

Definition:provide physical or mental relief, as from pain


  1. Harrowing 

Definition:Very distressing or upsetting


  1. Marauder

Definition:A raider or plunderer 


  1. Bulwark

Definition:something that serves as a defense. 







  1. Broach

Definition: to pierce or break into (typically used in reference to conversation) 


  1. Hale 

Definition:Strong and healthy (typically used in the case of older people) 


  1. Thane

Definition:servant, attendant


  1. Balk:

Definition:to hesitate or be unwilling to accept an idea or undertaking