Mythology Vocabulary Practice

Lofty

(adj.) very high; noble

Deities

gods and goddesses

overthrow

to end the rule of; to defeat, often by using force

nectar

something exceptionally delicious to drink or the juice of a fruit

yearned

desire for something that is or appears unattainable

potion

a liquid with special powers, especially one used as poison, medicine, or magic

Domain

a field of action, thought, influence, etc.

divine

related to a god; supremely good or beautiful

loom

a hand-operated or power-driven apparatus for weaving fabrics, containing harnesses, lay, reed, shuttles, treadles, etc.

swooped

to come down upon something in a sudden, swift attack

boastful

speak with excessive pride

mortals

human beings

decietful

misleading; not truthful

scurried

to go or move quickly or in haste

whims

a sudden desire or change of mind, especially one that is unusual or unexplained

embedded

fixed or enclosed in something

descended

moved to a lower place; came down

grieved

to feel grief or sorrow / to feel sad

barren

not productive, bare

inlaid

set into the surface of something

plague

A widespread disease

optimistic

hopeful and confident about the future

temporary

not permanent

boasting

bragging

bewildered

completely puzzled or confused

withered

lean and wrinkled by shrinkage as from age or illness

lyre

small harp

lulled

calmed or soothed by a gentle sound or motion

impudent

not showing due respect for another person; impertinent

withstand

stand up against; resist

sacrificed

gave up something desired for something else

haste

excessive speed or urgency of movement or action; hurry

cunning

Cleverness; slyness

ferocity

The quality or state of being fierce, savage, or relentless

delectable

(adj.) delightful, highly enjoyable; deliciously flavored, savory; (n.) an appealing or appetizing food or dish