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Q2 ELA Extra Credit
"The Lady or The Tiger" Flashcards
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| barbaric | primitive; savage; brutal; cruel; or a typical of a barbarian |
| progressiveness | the state of moving forward; happening or developing gradually over a period of time; being interested in new or modern ideas especially in politics or education |
| florid | elaborate; decorative; ornate; flamboyant |
| untrammeled | uncontrolled, unlimited, unrestrained or unhindered |
| self-communing | thoughts about one's self; focusing on one's self |
| exuberant | lavishly (very) enthusiastic or energetic; extremely joyful |
| fancy | the inclination or feeling of liking someone or something |
| domestic | relating to, or made in one's own country; of or relating to the home or family |
| orb | something (such as the sun, planet or the moon) shaped like a ball; sphere |
| notions | an idea about doing something: a sudden wish or desire |
| arena | an area in a Roman amphitheater for gladiatorial combats; a building for sports and other forms of entertainment |
| refined | educated; having/ showing polite manners that are expected in people who belong to a high social class |