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English - Macbeth Key Terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| regicide | killing the king |
| treason | betraying one's country |
| archetype | typical example |
| tyrant | a cruel ruler/king |
| avenging hero | a hero that gets revenge |
| dichotomy | a contrast |
| hubris | excessive pride |
| Divine Right of Kings | the king is chosen by God |
| Great Chain of Being | God puts everyone in order |
| protagonist | main character |
| antagonist | main enemy of the protagonist |
| patriarchy | society where men have the power |
| tragic hero | main character who has a tragic downfall |
| hamartia | a fatal flaw leading to the downfall of a tragic hero |
| emasculation | making a man feel weak by depriving him of his masculinity |
| naive | showing lack of experience or wisdom |
| prophecy | prediction of future event (foreshadowing) |
| ambition | desire for achievement or greatness |