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R&J - 1
Helgerson - Romeo & Juliet Act I Vocab terms
Question | Answer |
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adversaries | (n) - opponents; enemies; foes |
esteem | (v) - regard with respect or admiration (n) – a favorable opinion or judgment; |
languish | (v) - to undergo neglect or experience prolonged inactivity; suffer hardship and distress; droop; fade |
rapier | (n) - a longer, heavier sword, esp. of the 16th and 17th centuries, having a double-edged blade |
transgression | (n) - violation of a law, command, etc.; sin |
valiant | (adj) - boldly courageous; brave; worthy; excellent. |
chaste | adj) – virtuous; not engaging in sexual relations; pure in style |
grievance | (n) - a complaint or resentment, as against an unjust or unfair act |
purge | (v) - to rid of whatever is impure or undesirable; cleanse; purify |
solemnity | (n) – earnestness; a solemn observance, ceremonial proceeding, or special formality |