Antigone Vocab Flashcards
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What is morality?
Principles or rules of right conduct and behavior; a system of values and ethics that guide human behavior.
Define honor.
High respect or esteem; adherence to what is considered morally right; a sense of integrity and honesty.
What does hubris mean?
Excessive pride, arrogance, or overconfidence, often leading to a person’s downfall.
What is catharsis?
The emotional purification or release that comes from experiencing intense and often tragic or cathartic events.
Define tragedy in literature.
A dramatic work or narrative in which the protagonist faces a series of unfortunate events and experiences a downfall.
What is irony?
A literary or rhetorical device where there is a contrast between what is expected to happen and what actually occurs.
What is dramatic irony?
A type of irony in which the audience or readers are aware of something that the characters in a story are not.
Define symbolism.
The use of symbols or objects to represent abstract ideas or concepts in literature, art, or communication.
What is a tragic flaw?
A character trait or weakness in a tragic hero or protagonist that leads to their downfall.
What does anagnorisis refer to in literature?
The moment of realization or discovery when a character recognizes a critical truth or fact.
Define hamartia.
The tragic flaw or error in judgment that leads a character in a tragedy to their downfall.
What is an ode?
A type of lyrical poem characterized by its formal structure and often expressing praise or deep emotion.
What does exodus mean?
A mass departure or exit of people, often used to refer to the biblical Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt.
Define nemesis.
A formidable opponent or enemy, often representing retribution or a force that brings about one’s downfall.
What is a motif?
A recurring theme, idea, symbol, or element in a work of art or literature that contributes to its overall meaning.
What does fate refer to?
The concept that events in a person’s life are determined by a preordained destiny or a higher power.
What is civil disobedience?
The deliberate refusal to obey certain laws or commands as a form of protest against perceived injustices.
Define divine law.
Ethical or moral principles believed to be ordained by a divine authority or higher power.
What does ‘in medias res’ mean?
A Latin phrase meaning ‘in the midst of things,’ often used to describe a narrative that begins in the middle of the story’s action.
What is dialogue?
Conversation between two or more characters in a literary work, play, or film.
Define impassive.
Showing no emotion or expression; calm and composed.
What does contempt mean?
A strong feeling of disdain, disrespect, or scorn toward someone or something.
What is reverence?
Deep respect and admiration for someone or something; a feeling of awe.
Define perverse.
Acting or behaving in a way that goes against what is considered morally or socially acceptable.
