by Abel Gebretnsaie https://padlet.com/989175/7qb36bbn4w4s Made with an open mind en-us 2018-11-27 18:49:02 UTC 2026-02-11 01:23:09 UTC hello@padlet.com Vocabulary Time! 989175 https://padlet.com/989175/7qb36bbn4w4s/wish/308464698 Epic Hero :  A brave and noble warrior that goes on a journey, trail, or adventure. It's usually found in Epic Poems.

Sentence : In the story Beowulf , Beowulf had all the characteristics of an epic hero.


Epic Poem : a long poetic narrative that usually features a hero ( a epic hero).

Sentence : Beowulf is an example of an epic poem


Alliteration : Alliteration in literature is when two or more words began with the same sound.

Sentence : Poems that use alliteration are often tongue twisters and start with the same sound.


Kennings : A two worded phrase that describes objects / things by using metaphors.

Sentence : The owner use the kenning "Postman chaser" when referring to his dog.

Wergild (man - payment) - compensation paid to warriors for killing a person, amount paid depends on warriors rank. 

Sentence : The warriors always received a wergild by the king when they completed their mission


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Furled v : To wrap, roll , or hold up something.

Sentence : The US Navy furled up the flag.


Vehemently adv ; Intense, forceful , and antagonistic.

Sentence : A student vehemently opposed the grade he received on the test.


Extolled v : To praise

Sentence : The king extolled the warrior for completing his mission.

Lavish adj : High grade, rich, or luxurious

Sentence : The king wore lavish clothing to the ball.


Infallible adj : not capable of making mistakes / errors.

Sentence : People thought the titanic was Infallible and couldn't sink.


Resolute adj : Firm determination


Sentence : She was resolute on finding a job before this month.







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