Explorations in creative writing- Paper 1 Flashcards
Ambiguous
having more than one possible interpretation or meaning.
Diligent
showing care and persistent effort in work or duties.
Intrepid
fearless and courageous, often in the face of danger.
Supercilious
having an arrogant or disdainful attitude.
Apathetic
showing little or no interest or emotion; indifferent.
Domineering
asserting one’s will over others in an overbearing manner; controlling.
Machiavellian
cunning, scheming, and unscrupulous in pursuing one’s goals.
Superficial
Concerned only with surface appearances and lacking in depth or understanding.
archetypal
Typical of a certain kind or universal pattern, often with symbolic or mythic significance.
empathetic
Showing the ability to understand and share the feelings of others.
melancholy
A feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause.
tenacious
Tending to keep a firm hold of something, persistent and determined.
Benevolent
Well-meaning and kind, seeking to do good for others.
Furtive
Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically due to guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble.
Nefarious
Wicked or criminal, often involving secret or illegal activities.
Tyrannical
Exercising power in a cruel or arbitrary way, oppressive and dictatorial.
Caustic
Sarcastic and cutting in speech, capable of burning or corroding.
Hubristic
Showing excessive pride and self-confidence, often leading to a downfall.
Nihilistic
Rejecting all religious and moral principles, often resulting in a belief that life is meaningless.
Ubiquitous
Present everywhere, appearing to be in all places at once.
Contrive
To plan or devise in a skillful or clever way, often with a deceptive or artificial element.
Hypocrite
A person who pretends to have virtues, morals, or beliefs that they do not actually possess.
Obsequious
Overly eager to please or obey someone in a servile manner.
visionary
Having or showing clear and original ideas about what the future should be like.
Cynical
Believing that people are motivated purely by self-interest rather than acting out of genuine concern or morality.
Imperious
Arrogant and domineering, expecting to be obeyed or followed without question.
Rational
Based on reason or logic rather than emotion, sane and sensible.
Volatile
Unpredictable and liable to change rapidly, often violently or explosively.
Disenchanted
Disappointed and disillusioned, having lost faith or trust in something once admired.
Incisive
Penetrating and cutting, clear and sharp in analysis or expression.
Satirical
Using irony, sarcasm, or humor to criticize or mock human behavior or society.
Yearning
A strong feeling of longing or desire, often accompanied by a sense of sadness or nostalgia.
Semantic field
A group of words or concepts that are related in meaning or topic.
Tonal shift
A change in the mood, attitude, or emotional tone of a literary work.
Cyclical structure
A narrative structure that repeats itself or follows a pattern, often reflecting the natural cycles of life.
Motif
A recurring theme or symbol in a literary work, often used to convey a deeper meaning or message.
Non-linear narrative
A narrative structure that does not follow a linear chronological sequence, often using flashbacks, dream sequences, or other techniques to create a more complex or fragmented story.
Frozen moment
A moment in a literary work that is paused or prolonged, often to highlight its significance or emotional impact.
Narrative perspective
The point of view from which a story is told.
