Act 2 Romeo and Juliet Vocabulary

Waverer (Act 1, Scene 1, Line 107):

• Definition: One who hesitates or is indecisive, often struggling with uncertainty or doubt.

Conjure (Act 1, Scene 5, Line 42):

• Definition: To summon or invoke, often through magical or supernatural means.

Humorous (Act 2, Scene 4, Line 59):

• Definition: Characterized by a sense of humor; funny, amusing, or entertaining.

Livery (Act 1, Scene 1, Line 80):

• Definition: A distinctive uniform or costume, especially one worn by servants or members of a specific group.

Cunning (Act 3, Scene 1, Line 107):

• Definition: Cleverness, skill, or resourcefulness, often used in a deceitful or manipulative manner.

Unwieldy (Act 2, Scene 6, Line 10):

• Definition: Difficult to handle, manage, or manipulate due to size, weight, or complexity.

Infant Rind (Act 1, Scene 2, Line 28):

• Definition: The early or undeveloped outer layer of something, often referring to a young fruit or plant.

Intercession (Act 1, Scene 2, Line 94):

• Definition: The act of pleading on behalf of someone, usually in the form of a request or intervention.

Distempered (Act 1, Scene 3, Line 10):

• Definition: Afflicted with a disturbance or disorder, often used to describe an emotional or mental state.

Sallow (Act 1, Scene 1, Line 115):

• Definition: Having a sickly, pale yellow or yellowish-brown complexion.

Lament (Act 4, Scene 5, Line 68):

• Definition: An expression of grief or sorrow; a passionate expression of mourning or regret.

Vile (Act 1, Scene 5, Line 48):

• Definition: Morally reprehensible; wicked, evil, or contemptible.

Predominant (Act 2, Scene 6, Line 56):

• Definition: Having the greatest influence or control; prevailing or dominant.

Prorogue (Act 3, Scene 5, Line 10):

• Definition: To postpone or delay, especially referring to a meeting or session of a legislative body.

Procure (Act 1, Scene 3, Line 57):

• Definition: To obtain or acquire, often through effort or persuasion.

Contract (Act 2, Scene 6, Line 1):

• In Elizabethan Times: To enter into a formal agreement or marriage contract; a binding agreement between two parties.