lang vocab
Polysyndeton – The deliberate use of many conjunctions (e.g., “He ran and jumped and laughed for joy”).
Asyndeton – The deliberate omission of conjunctions between words or phrases (e.g., “I came, I saw, I conquered”).
Cumulative sentence – A sentence that begins with an independent clause and then adds details or modifiers (e.g., “The car sped down the highway, weaving through traffic, honking at slower drivers”).
Periodic sentence – A sentence that withholds its main clause or idea until the end, building suspense (e.g., “Despite the heavy rain and strong winds, the game continued”).
Colloquialism – Informal, conversational language or slang used in writing or speech (e.g., “gonna,” “y’all”).
Rhetorical question – A question asked for effect or emphasis, not to get an actual answer (e.g., “Who wouldn’t want to be free?”).
Interrogative question – A regular question that expects an actual answer (e.g., “Where are you going?”).
Vocabulary
Omission – Something that has been left out or excluded.
Façade – A deceptive outward appearance that hides reality.
Lively – Full of life, energy, or spirit.
Didactic – Intended to teach, often with a moral lesson.
Moralistic – Overly concerned with or judgmental about others’ morals.
Provocative – Causing strong reaction, emotion, or thought.
Sarcastic – Using irony or mockery to convey contempt or humor.
Acerbic – Sharp, harsh, or biting in tone or expression.
Nonchalant – Calm, unconcerned, or indifferent.
Confrontational – Aggressive or eager to challenge others.
Informal – Casual, relaxed, not following strict rules.
Functional – Designed to be practical and useful rather than decorative.
Deflection – Shifting attention or blame away from oneself.
Groupthink – When a group prioritizes harmony or conformity over critical thinking.
Cliché – An overused phrase or idea that has lost its originality.
Delusion – A false belief held despite clear evidence against it.
Authoritative – Commanding and confident; seen as reliable or expert.