verb

to argue about petty or trivial matters

Beowulf bickers with Unferth about strength and power.

adjective

lacking in special interest, liveliness, or individuality

When you are sick, you eat bland food, such as bread and crackers.

noun

a sudden and widespread disaster

The oil spill in the gulf was a catasrophe for the south and New Orleans.

noun

a behavior or an action that is wicked or ruthless

It was an atrocity that Beowulf ripped off Grendel's arm and then hung it from the ceiling of Heorot Hall.

adjective

pertaining to the sky or visible heaven

The celestial view from the top of Mount Monadnock is amazing.

verb

to make a choice

I opted out of climbing the mountain. 

noun

an interval of relief

I stopped by the side of the trail for a brief respite and to catch my breath before climbing to the top to see the celestial view.

noun

a loud uproar, as from a crowd of people

There was a great clamor in Heorot Hall after Beowulf killed Grendel.

adjective

being without moisture

The arid climate in many parts of Africa makes it difficult to grow crops.

noun

a daring or bold resistance to authority or to any opposing force

Beowulf and his men were in defiance of Grendal's attack on Heorot Hall.

adjective

boldly curious, brave, and stout-hearted

On her birthday, Lauren is as valiant as Beowulf.

verb

to tease or annoy persistently

Bernard badgers his mom continuously because he wants to get what he wants.

adjective

disposed to cause harm, suffering, or distress deliberately

Grendel's actions in Heorot Hall were malignant.

verb

to get the better of by superior ingenuity or cleverness

While playing UNO, I outwitted Bernard because I didn't let him know that I had a wild card.

noun

a person or thing that applies or administers punishment or severe criticism

Beowulf is a scourge to bad people.