Nouns
King's Cross Station is a major transportation hub in London.
centre of activity; point where routes converge
My mother consoled me as I cried my eyes out.
comforted
The serene lake glittered under the morning sun.
peaceful, calm
The wriggling bundle is utterly unmistakeable as anything other than what it is: a puppy.
completely, absolutely, totally
gathered; assembled
The inscription on the pottery is very old.
writing that is carved into something
Avert your eyes if it displeases you.
She is resolute in her decision.
firm, determined
The arrow arced unerringly through the air towards its target.
accurately, precisely; without mistakes
Come, my diminutive friend - let us go and grab some appetizers.
small; short
He is in the prime of his life.
best part; best quality
This might derail everything we've planned, but it's worth a shot.
to throw off-track
There are three concurrent major sporting events this week.
She gazes wistfully into the distance, dreaming of the future.
longingly; wishing for something
I am very intrigued by this new development.
interested, curious about
I feel some chagrin for past mistakes, but I believe I have learned from them.
regret or embarrassment
If it comes down to me to make a decision, I won't hesitate one bit.
The green blaze was incandescent in its radiance, an emerald sun.
Her eyes widened imperceptibly at the news.
very small change, almost unnoticeable
Rob's friend suddenly burst out laughing, to his complete bafflement.
confusion, bewilderment
That chasm is the border between the two nations; no one can cross it.
It is impossible to quantify the extent of the damage.
measure
I have been searching for those incorrigible twins all morning.
generously; with grace and forgiveness
Ultimately, we all have to live our own lives and make our own choices.
eventually, in the end