Thematic Vocabulary Guide for Othello

A collection of essential vocabulary words related to the themes of Othello for AP Literature.

amorous

Expressing love or the state of being in love.

chaste

Morally pure.

celestial

Having to do with the sky or heavens.

beguile

To deceive; to charm; to enchant.

obsequious

Obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree.

iniquity

An obvious transgression; an indisputable injustice.

malicious

Having a desire to harm someone; mean-spirited.

profane

Serving to defile what is holy.

visage

A face or facial expression.

propriety

The state of conforming to accepted standards of social behavior.

earnest

Sincere and serious.

vehement

Showing strong feeling or expression; passionate.

revel

A celebration, especially a noisy one.

slander

To tell lies about someone publicly in order to make the person look bad.

renounce

To formally and voluntarily give up or refuse.

grievous

Causing great sorrow or pain.

lethargy

Lack of energy or exhaustion.

odious

Causing or deserving of hatred or disgust.

atone

To admit guilt and either set things right or make amends.

restitution

Compensation for having been injured or wronged.