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Vocab List #5
AP LANG
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Archaic | Very old or old-fashioned |
| Intangible | Unable to be touched or grasped; not having physical presence |
| Rigorous | Strict; harsh; severe (typically a class or something mental) |
| Grueling | Extremely tiring and demanding (typically something physical) |
| Despot | A dictator with absolute power |
| Incessant | Never stopping, going all the time |
| Cognizant | Having clear knowledge or awareness of something, fully informed and conscious |
| Catharsis | The process of releasing and relieving strong or repressed emotions, often through a specific activity or experience |
| Meager | A small amount; lacking in quality or quantity |
| Tirade | A long, angry speech of criticism or accusation |