| affirm |
to state or declare as true. |
| appropriation |
the act of taking something as one's own, often without permission. |
| charitable |
generous in donations or benevolent actions for needy persons. |
| crusade |
(often capitalized) any of the wars between European Catholics and Middle Eastern Muslims between 1095 and 1291. During these wars, the Catholics tried to take territory away from the Muslims. |
| desolate |
without the things that are necessary or desirable for life. |
| forte1 |
a strong or exceptional point, such as a talent or skill. |
| gallant |
brave and dashing. |
| intact |
staying complete, whole, or without damage; not changed or harmed. |
| medieval |
of, or having to do with the Middle Ages. |
| metamorphosis |
a complete change of form, parts, or character. |
| obsolete |
no longer in use. |
| repeal |
to do away with or cancel officially. |
| reportedly |
according to what has been said or according to rumor. |
| rout1 |
a confused retreat of troops after they have been beaten. |
| unacceptable |
not approved of or permissible because of not meeting certain standards or expectations. |