Antigone English Flashcards
Malefactor
a person who commits a crime
Liberator
a persons who liberates (sets free) a person in imprisonment
Suspicion
a feeling or thought that something is possible, likely, or true
Barricade
an improvised barrier constructed across a street or thoroughfare(a road or path forming a route between two places) to prevent opposing forces
Garnish
obtrusively ( noticeable in an unwelcome area) bright and showy
Diminish
make or become less
Edict
a law
Curtail
reduce in extent or quantity: impose a restriction
Presumption
an idea that is taken to be true, and often used as the basis for other ideas
Ostentatious
characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice
Parapet
a low protective wall along the edge of a roof, bridge, or balcony
Motivation
the reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way
Foil
prevent(something bad) from succeeding
Conflict
a serious disagreement or argument
Anecdotal
based on individuals experience or observations