Shakespeare vocab Flashcards by Claudia Gathercole

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Oration

A

a formal speech at a ceremony

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Tyrannicide

A

the act of killing a cruel and oppressive leader

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Tyrant

A

a cruel leader

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Hamartia

A

a character’s fatal flaw

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Exalted

A

at a high or powerful level

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Mutiny

A

open rebellion against authority

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Hubris

A

excessive pride and self confidence

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Augment

A

make (something) greater

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Conspiracy

A

a secret plan to do something harmful

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Regicide

A

the act of killing a king

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Wrath

A

extreme anger

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