English 16

direct characterization

the writer makes clear-cut, specific statements about a character

Mundane

Ordinary, common

Haughty

Arrogant, condecending

Context

The set of circumstances or facts that surround an event

Synonym

Words that are the same in meaning

indirect characterization

the writer revels a character through his/ her words, thoughts, and actions and through another characters thoughts and words

proximity

nearness in place, time,order, occurrence, or relation

a lot

to considerable degree or extent; often; frequently

allot

to assign as a portion or a share; allocate

repartee

a quick, witty reply

sagacity

wisdom