Favorite Greek Myths Vocabulary

Front 1

crescent

Back 1

a curved shape as in the crescent moon
Example:
Instead of putting the chairs in a straight line, we put them in a crescent.

Front 2

smoldering

Back 2

burning slowly without flames or much smoke
Example:
The smoldering wreckage did not respond to the firefighter's efforts.

Front 3

hospitable

Back 3

warm and friendly to guests
Example:
As hospitable hosts, they made dinner for the travelers and welcomed them to their home.

Front 4

exquisite

Back 4

flawless, excellent, and beautiful
Example:
Once she was homeless, but now the brilliant writer lives in an exquisite castle.

Front 5

insolence

Back 5

disrespectful boldness
Example:
We were shocked at Jared's insolence when he laughed at his grandfather, instead of showing proper respect.

Front 6

haughtily

Back 6

arrogantly, with too much pride
Example:
After Brad won the award, he behaved haughtily, saying that he was better than the rest of the team.

Front 7

jovial

Back 7

full of good cheer
Example:
Even when things got rough, her jovial personality kept everyone happy.

Front 8

ferociously

Back 8

fiercely and aggressively
Example:
The soldiers ferociously defended their position, forcing the enemy back.