Literary Terms 4.0 Flashcards
Cowardice
Being afraid to do something, like a challenge; fear, weakness, lack of courage
Verdict
Final decision made by a judge or jury in a trial; decision, ruling, judgement
Weariness
Feeling very tired or worn out; tiredness, exhaustion, fatigue
Executed
Put to death, usually as a punishment; killed, put to death, assassinated
Inheritance
Money or things passed down to you after someone in your family dies; legacy, gift, heirloom
Infirmary
A small hospital or place where sick or hurt people are cared for; clinic, hospital
Evacuation
Leaving a place quickly, usually because it’s dangerous; escape, removal, withdrawal
Exodus
A large group of people leaving a place at the same time; departure, exit, migration