Glossary

Glossary

bifurcated (v) – divided into two

revive (v) – to bring something back to life

soothing(v) – making someone feel calm

rustic (adj.) – typical of the countryside

dilated (v) – widened than usual ascertained (v) – confirmed

overwrought (adj.) – state of being upset

attic (n) – the space or room at the top of a building, under the roof

crumbled (v) – broken

spire (n) – a tall, pointed structure on top of a building, especially on top of a church tower

unperturbed (adj.) – undisturbed affluent (adj.) – wealthy

smacks (v) – drive or put forcefully into or on to something