All terms in this list:

legendary: well- known; famous

scrutinize: To examine or look at closely.

nomad: a wanderer who has no home.

caricature: a cartoon-like picture of someone, with exaggerated features.

parched: Dry and thirsty.

defiant: Boldly resisting or challenging.

clad: clothed.

subtle: not obvious; only hinted at.

spontaneous: acting on impulse instead of planning it out.

improbable: Not likely.

quash: to put an end to.

atrophy: To shrink or waste away.