ela Flashcards
pro
before
logue
speaking
prologue
an introduction to a book or a play
sonnet
A poem of 14 lines using any of a number of formal rhyme schemes in English typically having 10 syllables per line
civil
culture and polite as relating to being civilized
star-crossed
thwarted by bad luck
mis
wrong for incorrectly
oxymoron
A figure of speech where two contradictory terms are put together
unrequited
when a person you love does not return the love to you
dis
way or apart
disposition
frame of mind or attitude
valiant
brave, full of courage
extended metaphor
they figure of speech where a metaphor between two unlike things goes on for several lines
consent
to agree or allow
fate
The development of events outside of a persons control
free will
The ability to make your own choices to act voluntarily
post
behind, after or later
cunning
skill employed in a shrewd or sleigh manner as in deceiving
Peril
danger
imagery
figurative language that appeals to senses
vow
to make a promise