literary terms Flashcards
Edifice
a building, especially large
Congenial
Pleasant, friendly, or agreeable in nature;
Augured
indicate or predict the future
Ensue
To follow as a consequence or result after an event.
Evanescent
Quickly fading or disappearing; transient.
Serene
Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil.
Deportment
behave in a certain manner
Ignominy
Public shame or disgrace; dishonor or humiliation.
Mien
A person’s appearance or manner, especially as it reflects their character or mood. (constant)
Disdainful
Showing contempt or lack of respect; scornful.
Immaterial
Not important or relevant; insignificant.
Phantasmagoric
Having a dreamlike, surreal, or shifting quality, as in a series of illusions or rapidly changing scenes.
Remonstrance
argue, complain, or criticize
Garb
Clothing or attire, often referring to a specific style or type.
Abate
to become less in amount or intensity
Convulsive
Characterized by sudden, violent movements.
Sojourn
A temporary stay or visit.
Iniquity
immorality; or an immoral act
Sagacity
The quality of being wise or having good judgment.
Obstinacy
Stubbornness; refusal to change one’s opinion.
Transgress
To violate a law or moral code.
Lurid
Causing shock or horror; sensational.
Intimated
Implied or hinted at indirectly.
Efficacy
effectiveness (the ability to produce a desired result)
