Clash of Kings

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accede
öğrenmeye başla
to agree or consent
Despite his initial reluctance, he eventually acceded to their demands.
acron
öğrenmeye başla
a name or term formed from the initial letters of other words
"UNESCO" is an acron for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
adultery
öğrenmeye başla
voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and someone other than their lawful spouse
Adultery is considered a breach of trust in many societies.
aft
öğrenmeye başla
towards or at the stern or rear of a ship or aircraft
The sailors gathered aft to watch the sunset.
alacrity
öğrenmeye başla
brisk and cheerful readiness
She accepted the challenge with alacrity.
appeased
öğrenmeye başla
to satisfy or relieve
He appeased his hunger with a hearty meal.
arses
öğrenmeye başla
plural of "arse," meaning the buttocks
The comedian slipped on a banana peel and landed on his arses.
assiduously
öğrenmeye başla
with great care and perseverance
She worked assiduously to achieve her goals.
astringent
öğrenmeye başla
causing the contraction of body tissues
The astringent taste of the medicine made her grimace.
athwart
öğrenmeye başla
across from side to side
The log lay athwart the path, blocking their way.
aurochs
öğrenmeye başla
an extinct large wild ox of Europe, Asia, and North Africa
Cave paintings depict the hunting of aurochs by ancient humans.
balking
öğrenmeye başla
to hesitate or be unwilling to accept an idea or undertaking
Despite his talent, he was balking at taking on the leadership role.
barnacles
öğrenmeye başla
marine crustaceans that typically attach themselves to hard surfaces
The boat's hull was encrusted with barnacles.
baser
öğrenmeye başla
comparative form of "base," meaning low in rank or quality
He showed his baser instincts when he resorted to lying to cover up his mistake.
baubles
öğrenmeye başla
small, showy trinkets or ornaments
The Christmas tree was adorned with colorful baubles.
beckoned
öğrenmeye başla
to make a gesture with the hand, arm, or head to encourage someone to come nearer or follow
She beckoned for him to join her at the table.
beleaguered
öğrenmeye başla
beset with difficulties
The beleaguered company struggled to stay afloat amidst financial turmoil.
bereft
öğrenmeye başla
deprived of or lacking something, especially a non material asset
She felt bereft of hope after the tragic loss of her loved one.
besmirch
öğrenmeye başla
to damage the reputation of someone or something
He attempted to besmirch her character with unfounded accusations.
besotted
öğrenmeye başla
strongly infatuated
He was besotted with her from the moment they met.
bestowed
öğrenmeye başla
to present or give (an honor, right, or gift)
The king bestowed knighthood upon the brave warrior.
betroth
öğrenmeye başla
to enter into a formal agreement to marry
They were betrothed in a traditional ceremony.
bovine
öğrenmeye başla
relating to or resembling cattle
His expression was utterly bovine as he listened to the lecture.
brayed
öğrenmeye başla
to make a loud, harsh cry
The donkey brayed loudly in the field.
breeches
öğrenmeye başla
short trousers fastened just below the knee
He wore breeches and tall boots for horseback riding.
bulwark
öğrenmeye başla
a defensive wall or barrier
The fortress was protected by a sturdy bulwark.
callow
öğrenmeye başla
inexperienced and immature
He spoke with a callow confidence that belied his lack of real world experience.
caltrop
öğrenmeye başla
a spiked metal device thrown on the ground to impede wheeled vehicles or cavalry
The soldiers scattered caltrops to hinder the enemy's advance.
camelry
öğrenmeye başla
a group of camels
The caravan was led by a camelry through the desert.
cantered
öğrenmeye başla
to move at a moderate and steady pace on horseback
The horse cantered gracefully around the arena.
carbuncle
öğrenmeye başla
a severe abscess or multiple boils in the skin
The doctor treated the carbuncle with antibiotics.
caromed
öğrenmeye başla
to rebound or deflect off a surface
The billiard ball caromed off the cushion and sank into the pocket.
carrack
öğrenmeye başla
a large merchant ship of a kind operating in European waters in the 14th to the 17th century
The carrack sailed proudly into the harbor, laden with goods from distant lands.
centipedes
T
öğrenmeye başla
small, carnivorous invertebrates with many legs
he garden was infested with centipedes, much to the gardener's dismay.
chastise
öğrenmeye başla
to rebuke or reprimand severely
The teacher chastised the student for being late to class.
cinched
öğrenmeye başla
to make certain of something
With his skills, winning the competition was cinched.
cinders
öğrenmeye başla
partially burned pieces of coal or wood
The fire left behind only cold cinders.
commendable
öğrenmeye başla
deserving praise
His bravery in the face of danger was commendable.
concur
öğrenmeye başla
to agree or be of the same opinion
I concur with your assessment of the situation.
conflagration
öğrenmeye başla
a large destructive fire
The entire building was consumed by the conflagration.
conjured
öğrenmeye başla
to call upon (a spirit or ghost) to appear, by means of a magic ritual
The magician conjured a rabbit out of his hat.
contended
öğrenmeye başla
to assert something as a position in an argument
She contended that the decision was unjust.
covetous
öğrenmeye başla
having or showing a strong desire for what others have
His covetous gaze lingered on the shiny new car.
creak
öğrenmeye başla
a harsh, high pitched sound made by something old or damaged when it moves
The old floorboards creaked under his weight.
crestfallen
öğrenmeye başla
sad and disappointed
He looked crestfallen when he realized he had lost the competition.
cudgels
öğrenmeye başla
short thick sticks used as weapons
The villagers armed themselves with cudgels to defend against the invaders.
cumbered
öğrenmeye başla
hampered or hindered by something
He felt cumbered by the weight of his responsibilities.
dappling
öğrenmeye başla
to mark or become marked with small spots or patches of color
The sunlight dappling through the leaves created a beautiful pattern on the forest floor.
decencies
öğrenmeye başla
standards of polite behavior
He was raised with a sense of decencies that he always adhered to.
derision
öğrenmeye başla
contemptuous ridicule or mockery
His proposal was met with derision by the committee members.
designed
öğrenmeye başla
to plan or outline in detail
The architect designed a stunning new skyscraper for the city skyline.
devious
öğrenmeye başla
showing a skillful use of underhanded tactics to achieve goals
She took a devious route to avoid the traffic jam.
devout
öğrenmeye başla
having or showing deep religious feeling or commitment
She was a devout believer who attended church regularly.
dire
öğrenmeye başla
extremely serious or urgent
The situation had reached a dire point, and immediate action was necessary.
diverting
öğrenmeye başla
entertaining or amusing
The comedian's jokes were diverting, making the audience laugh uproariously.
drapes
öğrenmeye başla
heavy curtains
She drew the drapes to block out the sunlight.
dullard
öğrenmeye başla
a slow or stupid person
He was often dismissed as a dullard because of his lack of academic success.
emaciated
öğrenmeye başla
abnormally thin or weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food
The emaciated dog was rescued from the streets.
encampment
öğrenmeye başla
a place with temporary accommodations consisting of tents or simple huts
The soldiers set up their encampment at the edge of the forest.
ermine
öğrenmeye başla
a stoat, especially when in its white winter coat
The royal robe was lined with luxurious ermine fur.
fastidious
öğrenmeye başla
very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail
She was known for her fastidious attention to cleanliness.
faun
öğrenmeye başla
a mythical creature that is part human and part goat, with the legs of a goat and the upper body of a human
In ancient mythology, fauns were often depicted as mischievous woodland spirits.
feeble
öğrenmeye başla
lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness
The old man's feeble voice barely rose above a whisper.
fester
öğrenmeye başla
to become worse or more intense, especially through long term neglect or indifference
Resentment began to fester between the two friends after their argument.
festooned
öğrenmeye başla
adorned with decorations, typically hanging in curves
The room was festooned with colorful streamers for the party.
fettered
öğrenmeye başla
restrained or confined
He felt fettered by the expectations placed upon him by society.
feuds
öğrenmeye başla
prolonged and bitter quarrels or disputes
The feud between the two families lasted for generations.
fickle
öğrenmeye başla
changing frequently, especially in regards to one's loyalties, interests, or affections
She grew tired of his fickle behavior and decided to end the relationship.
fissured
öğrenmeye başla
having a long, narrow opening or crack
The ground was fissured by the earthquake.
flamboyance
öğrenmeye başla
a tendency to attract attention because of one's exuberance, confidence, or stylishness
His flamboyance made him the center of attention wherever he went.
flouted
öğrenmeye başla
openly disregard or disobey a rule, law, or convention
He flouted the speed limit, driving recklessly down the highway.
flustered
öğrenmeye başla
agitated or confused, especially as a result of being hurried or embarrassed
She became flustered when she realized she had forgotten her speech.
foliage
öğrenmeye başla
plant leaves, collectively
The forest was dense with lush foliage.
folly
öğrenmeye başla
lack of good sense or foresight; a foolish act or idea
It was sheer folly to attempt climbing the mountain in such treacherous weather.
forlorn
öğrenmeye başla
pitifully sad and abandoned or lonely
The puppy's forlorn expression tugged at her heartstrings.
fornicate
öğrenmeye başla
engage in sexual intercourse
In some cultures, it is considered taboo to fornicate before marriage.
frail
öğrenmeye başla
weak and delicate
The frail old woman needed assistance to walk.
frailty
öğrenmeye başla
the condition of being weak or delicate
Despite her physical frailty, she remained mentally sharp.
furtive
öğrenmeye başla
attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble
He cast a furtive glance over his shoulder before slipping into the alley.
garbed
öğrenmeye başla
dressed in distinctive clothing or attire
The actors were garbed in elaborate costumes for the performance.
glee
öğrenmeye başla
great delight or pleasure
The children squealed with glee as they opened their presents.
glided
öğrenmeye başla
moved smoothly and effortlessly
The swan glided across the pond with grace.
gruffly
öğrenmeye başla
in a rough or surly manner
He responded gruffly to her question, clearly annoyed.
guileless
öğrenmeye başla
innocent and without deception
His guileless manner made it difficult for him to detect dishonesty in others.
guise
öğrenmeye başla
an external form, appearance, or manner of presentation
The thief operated under the guise of a friendly neighbor.
gunwale
öğrenmeye başla
the upper edge of the side of a boat or ship
They sat on the gunwale, dangling their feet over the water.
gusting
öğrenmeye başla
blowing in sudden, strong bursts
The wind was gusting so fiercely that it was difficult to walk straight.
hastened
öğrenmeye başla
to be quick to do something
She hastened to apologize for her mistake.
hemmed
öğrenmeye başla
to be confined or encircled
The small village was hemmed in by towering mountains.
hempen
öğrenmeye başla
made of hemp
The hempen rope was strong enough to support the weight of the anchor.
hooted
öğrenmeye başla
to make a loud, raucous cry, especially to express disapproval or mockery
The crowd hooted in protest at the politician's speech.
huddled
öğrenmeye başla
crowded together in a compact group
The refugees huddled together for warmth in the makeshift shelter.
hues
öğrenmeye başla
colors or shades
The artist used a variety of hues to create a vibrant painting.
impassively
öğrenmeye başla
without showing emotion
The soldier listened impassively to the general's orders.
impiety
öğrenmeye başla
lack of reverence or respect, especially for a god or sacred object
His impiety shocked the devout members of the church.
inexorable
öğrenmeye başla
impossible to stop or prevent
The inexorable march of time waits for no one.
inimical
öğrenmeye başla
harmful or unfriendly
The harsh weather conditions were inimical to our plans for a picnic.
jagged
öğrenmeye başla
having a rough or sharp edge or outline
The jagged rocks made hiking difficult.
lackwit
öğrenmeye başla
a person who lacks intelligence or understanding
He was dismissed as a lackwit by his more educated peers.
lamprey
öğrenmeye başla
a jawless fish with a sucker mouth and a circular sucking disk for attachment
Lampreys are often considered a delicacy in some cuisines.
latrines
öğrenmeye başla
a simple toilet or outhouse, especially a pit toilet
The soldiers dug latrines in the camp to maintain hygiene.
lichen
öğrenmeye başla
a simple slow growing plant that typically forms a low crusty, leaflike, or branching growth on rocks, walls, and trees
The old stone wall was covered in lichen.
lickspittle
öğrenmeye başla
a person who behaves obsequiously to those in power
He was always ingratiating himself with the boss, a true lickspittle.
lisped
öğrenmeye başla
to speak with a speech defect in which sibilants are pronounced like th in thick
The child lisped as he tried to say his name.
lithe
öğrenmeye başla
thin, supple, and graceful
The lithe dancer moved across the stage with effortless grace.
loitering
öğrenmeye başla
lingering aimlessly without purpose
The police warned the teenagers about loitering in front of the store.
lout
öğrenmeye başla
an uncouth or aggressive man or boy
The lout shouted obscenities at the passerby.
ludicrous
öğrenmeye başla
so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing
The idea of a talking dog seemed ludicrous to him.
malevolent
öğrenmeye başla
having or showing a wish to do evil to others
His malevolent glare sent shivers down her spine.
maw
öğrenmeye başla
the jaws or throat of a voracious animal
The lion's maw opened wide as it roared.
meagre
öğrenmeye başla
lacking in quantity or quality
The prisoner was given only meagre rations while in captivity.
merriment
öğrenmeye başla
lively and cheerful fun
The sound of laughter filled the room as the partygoers enjoyed the merriment.
merwives
öğrenmeye başla
mythical creatures, wives of the merfolk
According to legend, merwives would sometimes come ashore to seek human husbands.
morbid
öğrenmeye başla
characterized by or appealing to an abnormal and unhealthy interest in disturbing subjects, especially death and disease
Her morbid fascination with crime documentaries unsettled her friends.
morsel
öğrenmeye başla
a small piece or amount of food
He savored every morsel of the delicious dessert.
mutilation
öğrenmeye başla
the action of mutilating or being mutilated
The mutilation of the ancient statue was a tragedy for art lovers everywhere.
negligently
öğrenmeye başla
failing to take proper care or to give proper attention
He was accused of negligently causing the accident.
nettles
öğrenmeye başla
a herbaceous plant that has jagged leaves covered with stinging hairs
Be careful not to touch the nettles; they can cause a painful rash.
nitre
öğrenmeye başla
an archaic term for potassium nitrate, used in explosives, fertilizers, and preservatives
The alchemist mixed charcoal, sulfur, and nitre in his search for the philosopher's stone.
obliterated
öğrenmeye başla
destroyed utterly; wiped out
The town was obliterated by the tornado.
oddments
öğrenmeye başla
miscellaneous items or remnants
She sorted through the oddments in the attic, looking for anything of value.
pail
öğrenmeye başla
a bucket
He filled the pail with water from the well.
palfrey
öğrenmeye başla
a gentle saddle horse, especially one used for women
She rode her palfrey through the countryside, enjoying the peaceful scenery.
paltry
öğrenmeye başla
small or meager; insignificant
He was paid a paltry sum for his hard work.
patchy
öğrenmeye başla
characterized by irregular or uneven distribution or appearance
The lawn was patchy, with areas of lush green grass and bare patches of soil.
pease
öğrenmeye başla
an archaic term for peas
The recipe called for a cup of dried pease.
pebbled
öğrenmeye başla
covered or strewn with small, rounded stones
The path was pebbled, making it difficult to walk on.
peddler
öğrenmeye başla
a person who sells goods, typically on the streets or door
The peddler offered a variety of wares from his cart.
peevish
öğrenmeye başla
easily irritated, especially by unimportant things
He became peevish when his plans were disrupted.
persimmon
öğrenmeye başla
an edible fruit that resembles a large tomato and has a very sweet flesh
She enjoyed the taste of ripe persimmons in the autumn.
pieceth
öğrenmeye başla
an archaic form of "pieces"
He broke the bread into small pieceth for the birds.
pinions
öğrenmeye başla
the outer part of a bird's wing including the flight feathers
The bird spread its pinions and took flight.
pious
öğrenmeye başla
devoutly religious
She led a pious life, attending church every Sunday.
piously
öğrenmeye başla
in a devout or religious manner
She prayed piously for the health of her family.
pitilessly
öğrenmeye başla
without pity; cruelly
The dictator ruled his country pitilessly, crushing any opposition.
placate
öğrenmeye başla
to make someone less angry or hostile
He tried to placate her by offering an apology.
plinth
öğrenmeye başla
a heavy base supporting a statue or vase
The statue stood on a marble plinth in the center of the square.
precipitous
öğrenmeye başla
dangerously high or steep
The mountain had a precipitous drop off on one side.
prodigious
öğrenmeye başla
remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree
The pianist had a prodigious talent for playing the piano.
quiescent
öğrenmeye başla
in a state or period of inactivity or dormancy
The volcano remained quiescent for centuries before erupting again.
quintain
öğrenmeye başla
a post with a target for tilting, used in the Middle Ages for practicing jousting
The knights trained with the quintain to improve their skills in combat.
rabid
öğrenmeye başla
extremely zealous or enthusiastic
He was a rabid fan of the football team, never missing a game.
ramshackle
öğrenmeye başla
in a state of severe disrepair
The old farmhouse was ramshackle, with parts of the roof caving in.
ravenry
öğrenmeye başla
a group or colony of ravens
The ravenry in the forest was known for its eerie calls at night.
readied
öğrenmeye başla
made ready or prepared
She readied herself for the upcoming interview.
reave
öğrenmeye başla
to rob or plunder
The bandits sought to reave the village of its riches.
rebuffed
öğrenmeye başla
rejected or dismissed abruptly or bluntly
He was rebuffed when he tried to ask her out on a date.
reprieve
öğrenmeye başla
a cancellation or postponement of a punishment
The governor granted a last minute reprieve to the condemned prisoner.
resoundingly
öğrenmeye başla
with a loud and deep sound
The victory was resoundingly celebrated by the team and their fans.
retinue
öğrenmeye başla
a group of advisers, assistants, or followers accompanying an important person
The king was attended by his retinue of knights and advisors.
revelry
öğrenmeye başla
lively and noisy festivities, especially when involving drinking and dancing
The streets were filled with revelry during the carnival.
revrenced
öğrenmeye başla
respected deeply
The elder statesman was revrenced for his wisdom and experience.
roseroad
öğrenmeye başla
a road lined with rose bushes
They walked along the roseroad, enjoying the fragrance of the flowers.
sconce
öğrenmeye başla
a bracket attached to the wall for holding candles or lights
The room was dimly lit by a single sconce on the wall.
scuttling
öğrenmeye başla
moving hurriedly with short, quick steps
The mouse went scuttling across the kitchen floor.
semblance
öğrenmeye başla
outward appearance or semblance of something
Despite her calm semblance, she was inwardly anxious.
shoal
öğrenmeye başla
a shallow place in a body of water
The fishermen cast their nets in the shoal to catch fish.
shroud
öğrenmeye başla
a length of cloth or an enveloping garment in which a dead person is wrapped for burial
The body was wrapped in a white shroud before being buried.
sinecure
öğrenmeye başla
a position requiring little or no work but giving the holder status or financial benefit
The political appointment was merely a sinecure, with no real responsibilities.
sinew
öğrenmeye başla
a piece of tough fibrous tissue uniting muscle to bone or bone to bone; a tendon or ligament
He strained his sinew while lifting weights.
sinewy
öğrenmeye başla
consisting of or resembling sinews; muscular
The boxer had sinewy arms from years of training.
slobbered
öğrenmeye başla
to let saliva or liquid run from the mouth; to drool
The dog slobbered eagerly as it waited for its dinner.
soot
öğrenmeye başla
a black powdery or flaky substance consisting largely of amorphous carbon, produced by the incomplete burning of organic matter
The chimney sweep removed the soot from the fireplace.
sots
öğrenmeye başla
habitual drinkers; drunkards
The tavern was frequented by sots who spent their days drinking and gambling.
speckled
öğrenmeye başla
covered or marked with a large number of small spots or patches of color
The bird's eggs were speckled with brown spots.
splotchy
öğrenmeye başla
marked with irregularly shaped patches or spots of color
The painter's first attempt was splotchy and uneven.
spurs
öğrenmeye başla
a device with a small spike or a spiked wheel that is worn on a rider's heel and used for urging a horse forward
The cowboy's spurs jingled as he rode into town.
squander
öğrenmeye başla
to waste something, especially money or time, in a reckless and foolish manner
He squandered his inheritance on frivolous purchases.
staves
öğrenmeye başla
narrow strips of wood that form the sides of a barrel, tub, or similar cylindrical object
The cooper carefully assembled the staves to create a sturdy barrel.
studded
öğrenmeye başla
decorated or augmented with studs or similar small projecting ornaments
Her leather jacket was studded with silver spikes.
succinct
öğrenmeye başla
briefly and clearly expressed
She gave a succinct summary of the main points.
sward
öğrenmeye başla
an expanse of short grass
The sheep grazed peacefully on the green sward.
swatting
öğrenmeye başla
hitting or striking something with a sharp blow, especially using a flat object like a hand or a fly swatter
He was swatting at the flies buzzing around the picnic table.
tallow
öğrenmeye başla
a hard fatty substance made from rendered animal fat, used in making candles and soap
The candles were made from tallow and scented with lavender.
talons
öğrenmeye başla
the sharp, hooked claws of a bird of prey or other predatory animal
The eagle's talons gripped its prey tightly.
tankard
öğrenmeye başla
a large drinking cup, usually with a handle and a hinged lid
He raised his tankard in a toast to his friends.
taunting
öğrenmeye başla
teasing or challenging someone with scornful or insulting remarks
The children were taunting each other on the playground.
tepid
öğrenmeye başla
lukewarm; showing little enthusiasm
The soup was tepid, not hot enough to be enjoyable.
thrice
öğrenmeye başla
three times
He knocked thrice on the door before it opened.
thwart
öğrenmeye başla
to prevent someone from accomplishing something
She tried to thwart his plans, but he was determined to succeed.
timber
öğrenmeye başla
wood prepared for use in building and carpentry
The cabin was constructed from sturdy timber logs.
to balk
öğrenmeye başla
to hesitate or be unwilling to accept an idea or undertaking
She balked at the idea of moving to a new city.
trudge
öğrenmeye başla
to walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions
We trudged through the snow covered fields on our hike.
unduly
öğrenmeye başla
excessively; to an unwarranted degree
She felt unduly stressed by the pressure of the upcoming deadline.
urchin
öğrenmeye başla
a mischievous young child, typically one who is poorly dressed
The little urchin begged for food on the streets.
vair
öğrenmeye başla
a fur used in medieval clothing, typically with a pattern resembling squirrel fur
The nobleman's cloak was lined with vair.
vehemence
öğrenmeye başla
the display of strong feeling; passion
He argued his point with great vehemence, refusing to back down.
vied
öğrenmeye başla
competed eagerly with someone in order to do or achieve something
The two teams vied for the championship title.
wallowing
öğrenmeye başla
indulging in something with great enjoyment or satisfaction
She spent the afternoon wallowing in a bubble bath.
walrus
öğrenmeye başla
a large marine mammal with long tusks and prominent whiskers, found in the Arctic Ocean
The walrus hauled itself out of the water onto the ice floe.
wattle
öğrenmeye başla
a framework of poles and interwoven branches used for making fences, walls, and roofs
The farmer repaired the wattle fence around the pasture.
wayns
öğrenmeye başla
an archaic term for wagons or carts
The wayns were loaded with supplies for the long journey ahead.
whicker
öğrenmeye başla
(of a horse) to make a gentle, low sound
The horse whickered softly as its owner approached with a carrot.
wondrous
öğrenmeye başla
inspiring a feeling of wonder or delight; marvelous
They gazed in wonder at the wondrous sight before them.
writhe
öğrenmeye başla
to make continual twisting, squirming movements or contortions of the body
The snake began to writhe as it shed its old skin.
zorses
öğrenmeye başla
a hybrid animal resulting from the crossbreeding of a zebra and a horse
The zorses grazed peacefully in the field, their striped coats gleaming in the sunlight.

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