The Attic

Glossary

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a) bifurcated (v) divided into two b) revive (v) to bring something back to life c) soothing(v) making someone feel calm d) rustic (adj.) typical of the countryside e) dilated (v) widened than usual f) ascertained (v) confirmed g) overwrought (adj.) state of being upset h) attic (n) the space or room at the top of a building, under the roof i) crumbled (v) broken j) spire (n) a tall, pointed structure on top of a building, especially on top of a church tower k) unperturbed (adj.) undisturbed l) affluent (adj.) wealthy m) smacks (v) drive or put forcefully into or on to something