Edward Taylor's Poetry Glossary

Edward Taylor's Poetry Glossary

acquittance

a written receipt attesting the settlement of a fine or debt

addle

rotten

attire

clothes, esp. fine or formal ones

bewail

express great regret, disappointment, or bitterness over something

filth

disgusting dirt

foe

an enemy or opponent

glorious

having, worthy of, or bringing fame or admiration

mellow

ripe, soft, sweet, and juicy

melodious

of, producing, or having a pleasant tune

mite

a small child or animal, esp. when regarded as an object of sympathy

nourish

provide with the food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition

ordinance

a piece of legislation enacted by a municipal authority

redemption

the action of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil

repentance

remorse

sturdy

strongly and solidly built

thereto

to that or that place

thrive

grow or develop well or vigorously

vigorous

strong, healthy, and full of energy

wrath

extreme anger

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