Vocab #4 - Romeo & Juliet (Act 3)

define adversity

a difficult or challenging situation that causes hardship or stress.

define amerce

to punish someone by imposing a fine or financial penalty for wrongdoing.

define appertain

to belong to, relate to, or be connected with something in a meaningful way.

define carrion

the decaying flesh of a dead animal or person, often used to describe something disgusting or rotten.

define commend

to praise someone or to entrust a person to someone's care or guidance.

define consort

to associate or spend time with certain people, often in a way that others disapprove of.

define digressing

straying away from the main topic, purpose, or proper behavior; going off-track.

define effeminate

displaying traits or behavior considered more typical of women than men, often used insultingly in Shakespeare's time.

define fiend

a wicked, cruel, or extremely evil person, sometimes compared to a demon.

define plague

something that brings great suffering, misfortune, or widespread harm.

define temper

to soften, moderate, or control something, especially strong emotions.

define valour

great courage in facing danger, especially in battle or challenging situations.