What's the Word?
Definition: (noun) A collection of works considered to be official or authentic.
Canon.
"That book isn't part of the Star Wars canon."
Use the word "Betrothed" in a sentence.
(adjective): engaged to be married.
(noun): the person one is engaged to.
Syn: charmed, obsessed, smitten
Ant: repulsed, annoyed, bored
Enamored (adjective)
Enamor (verb): the act of charming
What is the part of speech of "Renegade"?
"The renegade fought against his former allies."
Maybe because they don't want to admit their show had a bad ending.
Definition: (noun) An official command or order.
Edict
The king issued an edict banning all festivals.
Use the word "Cadence" in a sentence.
Syn: sieze, take, steal
Ant: inherit, release, surrender
Usurp: (verb) To take power or a position by force / without permission.
What is the part of speech of "Soliloquy"?
Soliloquy (noun): A speech made by a character, alone on stage, revealing their inner thoughts.
"Hamlet's 'To be or not to be' is a famous soliloquy."
What kind of harsh edict might drive someone to become a renegade and attempt to usurp power?
Definition: (noun) A devoted follower or admirer, often of a religion or cause.
Votary
"She was a votary of Ioun, Goddess of Knowledge"
Use the word "Vestment" in a sentence.
Vestment (noun) - Special clothing worn during religious or ceremonial events.
Syn: disgrace, profanity, improper
Ant: reverence, respect, honor
Blasphemy (noun): Disrespectful or offensive speech about something sacred.
What is the part of speech of "Stricture"?
Stricture (noun) - A rule, restriction, or strong criticism.
There were strictures against speaking out in public.
How might the cadence of an actor's soliloquy show their enamoredness towards another character?
If you talk fast and nervous, it might mean they like the other character.
Definition: (noun) The final resolution / outcome of a story; where loose ends are tied up.
Denouement
The adventure's denouement had a shocking revelation about the pirate king.
Use the word "Insensate" in a sentence.
The insensate ruler watched the destruction with a smirk."
Syn: Rhythm, Rate, Pace
Ant: Irregular, Sluggish
Cadence (noun): The rhythm or flow of something.
What is the part of speech of "Triumvirate"?
Triumvirate (noun): a government of three people sharing power.
The triumvirate existed to curb each individual's worst impulses.
How is a votary affected by strictures to when it comes to committing blasphemous acts of insensate violence.
Most religious figures are peaceful; and there are usually rules against violence.
Definition: (noun) A rule, restriction, or strong criticism.
Stricture
"The strictures against protest kept the masses complacent."
Use the word "Blaspheme" in a sentence.
(verb) form of Blasphemy.
Blasphemy (noun) - Disrespectful or offensive speech.
Blaspheme (verb) - The act of speaking blasphemy.
Syn: Unfeeling, Paralyzed, Cold
Ant: Emotional, Pained
Insensate (adjective) - unable to feel, or showing no emotion.
What part of speech is "Usurp"?
Usurp (verb): To take by force, or without permission.
He usurped the leader's authority by giving contradictory commands.
How might the values of a triumvirate that governs a culture affect the vestments worn during traditions involving a betrothal?
A government with concentrated power might have certain dress codes or social norms surrounding ceremonies like weddings, or engagements.