Unit 8 Definitions - AP Lang Flashcards

5772747561	betrothed	adj: engaged to be married n: A person whom one is engaged to be married	0
5772747562	blasphemy	n: An act or statement that shows disrespect or irreverence toward something considered sacred.	1
5772747563	cadence	n: a rhythm marked by a regular beat	2
5772747564	canon	n: A rule or principle that provides the norm for judgement n: The works of a writer accepted as authentic	3
5772747565	denouement	n: The outcome of a series of events n: The final resolution following the climax of the plot of a work of drama or fiction.	4
5772747566	edict	n: A statement or command having the force of law	5
5772747567	enamor	v: To inspire with love; to captivate	6
5772747568	insensate	adj: lacking sensation or awareness adj: Lacking sense or ability to reason adj: Brutal; lacking feeling	7
5772747569	renegade	n: A person who deserts one cause or group for another; a traitor n: A person who rejects lawful behavoir	8
5772747570	soliloquy	n: A speech in which a character's thoughts are given in verbal expression	9
5772747571	stricture	n: Strong criticism n: Anything that restricts or limits	10
5772747572	triumvirate	n: a group of three, especially one possessing great power or eminence.	11
5772747573	usurp	v: To seize and hold power or authority in an illegal or unjust manner.	12
5772747574	vestment	n: An outer garment, especially one indicating a role, rank, or office	13
5772747575	votary	n: A person who is devoted to a cause or organization, especially one of a religious nature	14