Vocabulary Review for Literature and Language

A collection of vocabulary terms with definitions to aid in understanding key concepts related to literature and language.

Bellicose

Warlike in nature.

Antebellum

Occurring before a war.

Belligerence

Warlike mood or attitude.

Enamored

Fond of; feeling love toward.

Amiable

Good-natured; cheerful.

Amicable

Not bitter or hostile; friendly.

Antagonize

To act hostile towards; provoke.

Protagonist

The central character in a work of literature.

Antagonist

One who is hostile towards; one who opposes.

Philosophical

Calm and wise; reasonable.

Philanthropy

Charitable donation to public causes.

Bibliophile

One who loves books.

Incantation

Ritual chant; spell.

Disenchanted

Losing fondness for.

Recant

To formally withdraw a statement.

Inaudible

So quiet as to be impossible to hear.

Auditory

Having to do with the sense of hearing.

Audit

A thorough review.

Assonance

Similarity of word sounds.

Resonant

Having an effect; powerful.

Dialogue

Communication between two or more people.

Prologue

Coming before the main speech or event.