English Vocab Quiz
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 hyperbole | an extreme exaggeration used to make a point |
| imagery | a picture formed with words |
| buffoon (noun) | a stupid or ridiculous person |
| vehemently (adverb) | passionately or powerfully |
| insolent (adjective) | boldly rude or disrespectful |
| swashbuckler (noun) | a soldier, adventurer, daredevil |
| sub rosa | "Under the Rose"- in secret |
| soliloquy | a character speaks alone on stage, seemingly to himself/herself |
| verbal Irony | Sarcasm- what is said isn't what is meant |
| metaphor | comparing two things without using the word "like" or "as" |
| phil- | friendly, brotherly love |
| amor- | romantic love |
| anthropo- | human |
| macros- | long; large |
| pseudo- | fake |
| feint (verb) | any distracting move in a fight (as in a fake punch or sword thrust |
| gallantry (noun) | a courteous and brave act |
| wit (noun) | the ability to be mentally sharp and clever |
| patron (noun) | a wealthy family or man who takes care of an artist |
| bona fide | "True Faith"- sincere or true; can be trusted |
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