Walter Raleigh: Poems Glossary

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Frail

Delicate enough to require attentive handling

Adieu

Send off or say goodbye

Perplexity

A state of confusion

Impetuous

Reckless

Dexterous

Being skillful or handy

Contemplation

Thoughtful reflection or meditation

Loathe

Something that one cannot withstand

Judicious

Well thought-out or well judged

Wantonness

Shamelessness

Vulgar

Rude and offensive

Wriggle

Move about a chair while seated

Potentates

Loyal leaders

Contention

To disagree

Profoundness

Thoughtfulness

Blabbing

Telling tales

Sapphire

Indigo

Warts

Growths on the skin

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