Definitions
Definitions
Old Words
Old Words
Bonus Random words
100

The underlying message, moral, or universal idea that an author explores throughout a literary work.

Theme

100

Vague, hazy, cloudy, or ill-defined; lacking a clear form or limits.

Nebulous

100

The culmination or peak of a series of events or a process

Climax

100

is the perspective, angle, or lens through which a story is told or information is presented.

Point of View

100

To erase, delete, or completely strike out information, records, or memories so they are entirely destroyed.

Expunge

200

A firm decision to do or not do something, typically made at the start of a new milestone.

Resolution

200

A departure from what is normal, expected, or typical; an anomaly or temporary glitch. 


Aberration

200

 the emotional, cultural, or social association that it carries in addition to its literal dictionary definition.

Connotation

200

is the very first sentence (or opening lines) of your introduction paragraph designed to grab the reader's attention and make them want to keep reading.

Hook

200

A formal, legal document ordering a person to appear in court to testify or present evidence under penalty of law.

Subpoena

300

is a dynamic response designed to contradict, disprove, or neutralize an opposing argument, accusation, or evidence.

Rebuttal

300

The instruction or intellectual/moral improvement of a person, often through education or spiritual guidance. 



Edification

300

to judge or determine the value, quality, importance, or significance of something.

Evaluate

300

is the central argument or primary point that the entire piece of writing sets out to prove.

Claim

300

To find out definitely, learn with certainty, or determine through careful investigation.

Ascertain

400

A natural preference, liking, or tendency toward something; a bias or leaning in favor of a specific choice.

Predilection

400

Out of date, old-fashioned, or no longer fashionable or popular.

Passe

400

to reach a conclusion, deduction, or opinion based on evidence and reasoning rather than on explicit statements. 



Infer

400

the way an author, speaker, or actor creates, describes, or portrays the specific qualities and traits of a person, group, or fictional character.

Characterization

400

Excessive confidence or boldness that borders on foolishness, rashness, or rudeness.

Temerity