| A | B |
|---|
| besieged | (adj) surrounded by enemies |
| decreed | (v) to officially order |
| relished | (v) to especially enjoy |
| brandishing | (v) waving in a menacing way |
| unanimous | (adj) based on complete agreement |
| refute | (v) to prove someone wrong |
| routed | (v) to completely defeat |
| edifice | (n) large structure |
| origin myth | a story that explains how something came to be |
| narcissist | (n) someone who loves themself |
| detain | (v) to hold back; delay |
| vainly | (adv) uselessly; without result |
| unrequited | (adj) not returned |
| parched | (adj) hot; dry; thirsty |
| intently | (adv) with great concentration |
| ingenious | (adj) clever; inventive |
| prowess | (n) bravery |
| misgivings | (n) feelings of doubt or distrust |
| frantically | (adv) wildly, excitedly, passionately |
