Weeks 1,2, and 3 Vocabulary

Reproach (v or n)

to address (someone) in such a way as to express disapproval or disappointment

Didactic (adj)

intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motives

Reverent (adj)

feeling or showing a deep and solemn respect

Derisive (adj) derision (n)

expressing contempt or ridicule

Ambivalent (adj)

having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about someone or something.

Erudite (adj)

having or showing great knowledge or learning (synonyms include scholarly, well read, cultured)

Sanguine (adj)

optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation

Maudlin (adj)

tearfully or weakly emotional; foolishly sentimental. sometimes associated with drunkenness

Abject (adj)

(of something bad) experienced or present to the maximum degree; very severe; sunk to or existing in a low state.

Austere (adj)

severity that is strict and forbidding, could reference an aesthetic

Paradox (n)

a statement that appears self-contradictory or silly but may include a latent truth. It is also used to illustrate an opinion or statement contrary to accepted traditional ideas. Paradoxes often reveal deeper insights into complex issues and challenge conventional beliefs.

Meticulous (adj)

Showing great attention to detail

Ambiguous (adj)

open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning

Recalcitrant (adj)

stubbornly uncooperative, particularly toward authority

Euphemism (n)

mild or indirect word substituted for a harsh or embarrassing word or concept

Gregarious (adj)

(of a person) fond of company; sociable

Satiate/Insatiable

satiate v- to satisfy to the full (adj satiated)

insatiable adj- unable to be satisfied

Incandescent (adj)

emitting light; full of passion or strong emotion

Laconic (adj)

(of a person, speech, or style of writing) using very few words

Flippant (adj)

not showing a serious or respectful attitude

Motif (n)

(a device in which) a recurring word , phrase, image, object, symbol, or action that creates unity throughout a text and may also reinforce its theme

Discerning (adj)

having or showing good judgment

Acrimonious (adj)

(typically of a speech or debate) angry and bitter

Epigraph

a short, stand-alone quote, line, or paragraph that appears at the beginning of a book or a chapter, setting the tone or theme

Imperious (adj)

assuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering

Hubris (n)

a way of talking or behaving that is too proud; an extraordinary ego that often leads to downfall; excessive pride or self-confidence.

Hamartia (n)

a fatal flaw leading to the downfall of a tragic hero or heroine 

Catharsis (n)

an emotional discharge through which one can achieve a state of moral or spiritual renewal or achieve a state of liberation from anxiety and stress-a good cry

Denigrate (v)

attack the reputation (defame) or deny the importance or validity of; belittle

Abhorrent (adj)

inspiring disgust and loathing; repugnant

Harbinger (n)

a person or thing that announces or signals the approach of another

Zeitgeist (n)

the defining spirit or mood of a particular period of history as shown by the ideas and beliefs of the time

Acquiesce (v)

to accept something reluctantly but without protest