End of Ancient Greece Vocab Flashcards
To learn the 51 word vocab test
Myth/Mythology
A traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining some natural or social phenomenon, and typically involving supernatural beings or events.
Phenomena
A fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen, especially one whose cause or explanation is in question.
Origin
The point or place where something begins, arises, or is derived.
Polytheistic
Relating to or characterized by belief in or worship of more than one god.
Gods
a male deity from the ancient Greek pantheon, taken, from classical sculpture, as the archetype of male beauty.
Goddesses
a woman whose great charm or beauty arouses adoration.
Pantheon
A group of particularly respected, famous, or important people.
Dethrone
remove (a ruler, especially a monarch) from power
Quarreling
have a heated argument or disagreement
Intrigue (Intriguers)
arouse the curiosity or interest of; fascinate
Tumult
a loud, confused noise; especially one caused by a large mass of people
Concocted
make something (often a dish or meal) by combining various ingredients
Thwarting
prevent (someone) from accomplishing something
Defied
openly resist or refuse to obey
Ruddy
(of a person’s face) having a healthy red color
Prudently
in a way that shows care and thought for the future
Consulted
seek information or advice from (someone with expertise in a particular area)
Quiver
an archer’s portable case for holding arrows
Trough
a long, narrow open container for animals to eat or drink out of
Theme
the moral or lesson of a story
Plot
the sequence of events that take place throughout the course of a story
Piety
the quality of being religious or reverent
Augury
the interpretation of omens, or what will happen in the future
Dignities
the state or quality of being worthy of honor or respect
