Vocab for The Perfect Storm

Amalgam;A mixture of diverse elements.
A church that is an amalgam of traditional and modern architectural styles.

Despondent; Without hope; dejected.
The despondent in her face was almost unbearable.

Flail; To move vigorously or erratically; thrash about.
the wounded animal lay on the ground, flailing helplessly.

Hoist; To raise or haul up.
The steel grienders were hoisted into place and securely welded.

Hull; The frame or body of a ship.
The hull was being filled with water.