Ch. 8 Flashcards
1
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Betrothed
A
Engaged to be married
2
Q
Blasphemy
A
Act or statement that shows disrespect or irreverence toward something considered sacred
3
Q
Cadence
A
A rhythm marked by a regular beat
4
Q
Canon
A
Rule or principle;
The works of a writer
5
Q
Denouement
A
The outcome of a series of events;
The final resolution
6
Q
Edict
A
Command having the force of law
7
Q
Enamor
A
To inspire with love
8
Q
Insensate
A
Lacking sensation or awareness;
9
Q
Renegade
A
A traitor
10
Q
Soliloquy
A
A speech in which a character’s thoughts are given
11
Q
Stricture
A
Strong criticism;
Anything that restricts or limits
12
Q
Triumvirate
A
Group of three
13
Q
Usurp
A
To seize and hold power
14
Q
Vestment
A
Outer garment, especially one indicating a rank
15
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Votary
A
Person who is devoted to a cause
