Definitions

Here are the definitions for some words in the script whose meaning may not be known.

Adieu-noun-: farewell – (scene 1. Proteus)

Coy-adjective- : shrinking from contact or familiarity (scene 1. Valentine)

Mirth-noun-: gladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter (scene 1. Valentine)

Devotee-noun-: an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) (scene 1. Valentine)

Metamorphosed- verb - : to change strikingly the appearance or character of : transform (scene 1. Proteus)

Nought - variant of naught meaning: nothing (scene 1. Proteus)

Fodder – noun - : something fed to domestic animals; especially: coarse food for cattle, horses, or sheep (scene 1. Proteus)

Mutton – noun - : the flesh of a mature sheep used for food (scene 1. Speed)

Beshrew – verb - : curse (scene 1. Proteus)

Peruse – verb - : to examine or consider with attention and in detail : study (scene 2. Lucetta)

Wanton – adjective - : playfully mean or cruel : mischievous (scene 2. Julia)

Gingerly – adjective - : very cautious or careful (scene 2. Julia)

Injurious – adjective - : inflicting or tending to inflict injury (scene 2. Julia)

Contemptuously – adjective - : manifesting, feeling, or expressing deep hatred or
disapproval : feeling or showing contempt (scene 2. Julia)

Peremptory – adjective - : putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay; specifically: not providing an opportunity to show cause why one should not comply (scene 3. Angelina)

Sirrah – noun- : used as a form of address implying inferiority in the person addressed (scene 4. Valentine)

Morrow – noun - : morning (scene 4. Valentine)

Tripe – noun - : something poor, worthless, or offensive (scene 4. Speed)

Jest – noun - : an utterance (as a jeer or quip) intended to be taken as mockery or humor (scene 4. Speed)

Hearken – verb - : listen, to give respectful attention (scene 4. Speed)

Victuals – noun – : food usable by humans (scene 4. Speed)

Constancy – noun - : fidelity, loyalty (scene 5. Proteus)

Ensuing –verb – ensue: to strive to attain : pursue (scene 5. Proteus)

Perplexity – noun - : the state of being perplexed : bewilderment (scene 5. Lance)

Jerkin – noun - : a close-fitting hip-length usually sleeveless jacket (scene 6. Valentine)

Doublet – noun - : a man's close-fitting jacket worn in Europe especially during the Renaissance (scene 6. Thurio)

Volley – noun - : a burst or emission of many things or a large amount at once (scene 6. Silvia)

Penitential – adjective - : of or relating to penitence or penance (scene 6. Valentine)

Celestial – adjective - : of, relating to, or suggesting heaven or divinity (scene 6. Valentine and
Proteus)

Madcap – adjective - : marked by capriciousness, recklessness, or foolishness (scene 7. Speed)

Rogue – (scene 7. Speed)

Forsworn – adjective - : guilty of perjury (scene 8. Proteus)

Forbear – verb - : obsolete : to do without (scene 8. Lucetta)

Lascivious – adjective - : lewd, lustful

Treachery – noun - : violation of allegiance or of faith and confidence : TREASON (scene 8. Proteus)

Infamy – noun - : evil reputation brought about by something grossly criminal, shocking, or brutal (scene 8, Lucetta)

Thither – adverb - : to that place : there (scene 9. The Duke)

Overweening – adjective - : arrogant, presumptuous (scene 9. Thurio)

Nightingale – noun – : an Old World thrush noted for the sweet usually nocturnal song of the male (scene 9. Valentine)

Malignant – adjective - : evil in influence or effect (scene 9. Valentine)

Knave – noun - : a male servant (scene 9. Lance)

Whit – noun - : the smallest part or particle imaginable (scene 12. Julia)

Conceitless – adjective – : without excessive pride in one’s own worth or virtue (scene 12.
Siliva)

Importunity – noun - : the quality or state of being importunate, overly persistent in request or demand (scene 12. Silvia)

Obstinate – adjective - : stubbornly sticking to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion (scene 12. Proteus)

Vouchsafe – verb - : to grant or furnish often in a gracious or condescending manner (scene 12 Proteus)

Quips – noun - : a clever usually taunting remark : gibe (scene 12. Proteus)

Quell – verb – : to put down : suppress (scene 12. Proteus)

Spurns – verb - : to kick aside : reject (scene 22. Proteus)

Cur – noun - : a mongrel or inferior dog (scene 13. Lance and Proteus)

Vex – verb - : to bring trouble, distress, or agitation (scene 13. Proteus)

Therewithal – adverb - : besides (scene 13. Proteus)

Gild – verb – : to cover with or as if with a thin coating of gold (scene 14. Ursula)

Valor – noun – : personal bravery in the face of danger (scene 15. Thurio)

Thicket – noun - : a dense growth of shrubbery or small trees (scene 16. Six-Toe Jack)

Ere – preposition - : before (scene 16. Proteus)

Accurst – adjective - : being under or as if under a curse (scene 16. Proteus)

Degenerate – adjective – : having sunk to a lower state or level (scene 16. The Duke)

Boon – noun - : benefit, favor; especially : one that is given in answer to a request (scene 16. Valentine)