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Odyssay Vocab

Odyssay Vocab For English 9

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epithet A brief descriptive phrase that points out traits of a particular person or thing (nickname)
chorus spoken by a single person who serves as a narrator; foreshadows and summarizes events
muse Goddess of poetry; called upon for inspiration (Homer calls upon the muse for inspiration to tell the story of Odysseus)
in medias res The middle of; starts in the middle of the action
irony Contrast between appearance and reality
dramatic irony, the reader knows something the character does not
verbal irony (sarcasm), knowingly exaggerates; a character says one thing but means something else
situational irony, contrast between what a character expects and what actually happens
archetype, (make sure you know characteristics)-Typical example of a certain person or thing; recurring theme, character, symbol or situation
hyperbole, exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.
indifferent, having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned
disdain, the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect
formidable, inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable
guile, sly or cunning intelligence
entreat, treat (someone) in a specified manner
whim, a sudden desire or change of mind, esp. one that is unusual or unexplained
appalled, greatly dismay or horrify
ponderous, slow and clumsy because of great weight
epic (make sure you know characteristics of an epic), a long narrative poem
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