1. The Tempest & Macbeth Vocabulary List 2

2. sovereignty  Noun  Supreme power or authority; the authority of a state to govern itself or another state.

3. butt  Noun  A large cask or barrel, especially for wine, beer, or water.

4. sack  Noun  Light-colored, strong wine.

5. perdition  Noun  A state of eternal punishment and damnation into which a sinful person passes after death.

6. vexations  Plural noun  Things that causes annoyance, frustration, or worry.

7. thane  Noun  The chief of a clan, who held land from a Scottish king.

8. cauldron  Noun  A large metal pot with a lid and handle, used for cooking over an open fire.

9. hurlyburly  Noun  Confusion or commotion; turmoil or uproar.

10. disdaining  Verb  To consider to be unworthy of one's consideration; refuse or reject (something) out of feelings of pride or superiority.

11. valour  Noun  Great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle.