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
Logical
uses reasoning and universal truths to prove or disprove theories
Empirical
info. that researchers generate to help uncover answers to questions that can home significant implications for our society
