The Tempest & Macbeth

VocabularyList 2

sovereignty Noun Supreme power or authority; the authority of a

state to govern itself or another state.

butt Noun A large cask or barrel, especially for wine, beer,

or water.

sack Noun Light-colored, strong wine.

perdition Noun A state of eternal punishment and damnation

into which a sinful person passes after death.

vexations Plural noun Things that causes annoyance, frustration, or

worry.

thane Noun The chief of a clan, who held land from a

Scottish king.

cauldron Noun A large metal pot with a lid and handle, used

for cooking over an open fire.

hurlyburly Noun Confusion or commotion; turmoil or uproar.

disdaining Verb To consider to be unworthy of one's

consideration; refuse or reject (something) out of feelings of pride or superiority.

valour Noun Great courage in the face of danger, especially

in battle.