Romeo and Juliet Vocabulary Words

Vocabulary terms and definitions describing characters, conflict, and themes in Romeo and Juliet.

Impulsive

Acting quickly without thinking first.

Melodramatic

Showing overly big or dramatic feelings.

Insightful

Having a smart understanding of a situation.

Resilient

Strong enough to keep going after bad things happen.

Courageous

Brave when facing danger or fear.

Naïve

Having little life experience, making it easy to trust bad plans.

Idealistic

Hoping for a perfect result instead of looking at reality.

Well-meaning

Wanting to help, even if the result turns out bad.

Unpredictable

Changing actions or mood suddenly.

Hostile

Angry, aggressive, and ready to fight.

Domineering

Controlling other people in a strict, pushy way.

Short-tempered

Getting angry very quickly.

Chatty

Talking a lot, especially about small things.

Tragedy

A very sad story where main characters die or suffer.

Feud

A long, bitter fight between two families.

Stubborn

Refusing to change your mind or stop fighting.

Inevitable

Sure to happen and impossible to stop.