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Vocabulary List: Middle Ages
Vocabulary List: Middle Ages
Overview
Grade Level
: 7th Grade
Topic
: Middle Ages
Number of Words
: 10
Vocabulary Words
Feudalism
Definition
: A social system that existed in Europe during the Middle Ages, where land was owned by nobles and worked by serfs.
Example
: Feudalism was the dominant social structure throughout the Middle Ages in Europe.
Pronunciation
: FYOO-duh-lizm
Synonyms
: manorialism, noble system
Serf
Definition
: A laborer bound under the feudal system to work on his lord's estate.
Example
: The serf worked tirelessly in the fields to meet his lord's demands.
Pronunciation
: surf
Synonyms
: peasant, worker
Chivalry
Definition
: The medieval knightly system with its religious, moral, and social code, often related to bravery and honorable conduct.
Example
: The ideals of chivalry emphasized valor and the protection of the weak.
Pronunciation
: SHIV-uhl-ree
Synonyms
: knighthood, gallantry
Crusade
Definition
: A series of religious wars sanctioned by the Latin Church in the medieval period to reclaim the Holy Land.
Example
: The Crusades were a significant aspect of medieval history, affecting Europe and the Middle East.
Pronunciation
: kroo-ZAYD
Synonyms
: campaign, mission
Vassal
Definition
: A person who has entered into a mutual obligation to a lord or monarch in the feudal system, for land and protection.
Example
: The vassal pledged loyalty to his lord in exchange for land and military support.
Pronunciation
: VAS-uhl
Synonyms
: subordinate, liegeman
Manor
Definition
: Historical term for a unit of land, originally a feudal lord's estate that included villages and farmland.
Example
: The manor served as the center of agricultural life during the Middle Ages.
Pronunciation
: MAN-er
Synonyms
: estate, demesne
Plague
Definition
: A widespread disease that occurred during the Middle Ages, notably the Black Death, which caused massive fatalities.
Example
: The plague swept through Europe, leading to the death of millions and altering society forever.
Pronunciation
: PLAYG
Synonyms
: epidemic, pestilence
Guild
Definition
: An association of artisans or merchants in the Middle Ages that controlled the practice of their craft in a particular town.
Example
: The guild ensured quality and fair prices for goods produced in the city.
Pronunciation
: GILD
Synonyms
: association, union
Bubonic
Definition
: A reference to the form of plague caused by Yersinia pestis, characterized by swollen lymph nodes.
Example
: Bubonic plague was responsible for the high death toll during medieval pandemics.
Pronunciation
: byoo-BON-ik
Synonyms
: plague-related, infection
Noble
Definition
: A person of high ranking in the feudal system, often owning land and having significant power and influence.
Example
: The noble held vast estates and was responsible for the welfare of the serfs who worked them.
Pronunciation
: NOH-buhl
Synonyms
: aristocrat, lord
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