| abduct |
to carry off or lead away by force; kidnap. |
| alchemy |
an ancient exploration and practice of chemistry which flourished particularly during medieval times. Practitioners used chemical processes in the hope of, for example, producing gold from base metals, finding the key to eternal life, and uncovering a single cure for all disease. |
| bard |
in ancient Celtic times, a person who composed and recited or sang epic poetry. |
| crusade |
(often capitalized) any of the wars between European Catholics and Middle Eastern Muslims between 1095 and 1291. During these wars, the Catholics tried to take territory away from the Muslims. |
| equate |
to make or consider to be equal or equivalent. |
| fabrication |
a statement, document, or the like that is false or invented to deceive. |
| mistaken |
being an error. |
| momentum |
strength of movement. |
| onward |
toward a point or position ahead in space or time. |
| outsider |
a person who does not belong to a particular group. |
| overabundance |
an excessive quantity or amount; more than is needed; surfeit. |
| resignation |
the act of giving up a job or other position, or a formal letter announcing this. |
| restrict |
to keep within limits. |
| seismic |
of, concerning, or resulting from an earthquake. |
| suppliant |
a person who makes a heartfelt request. |