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v. 1) to pronounce clearly, distinctly, and effectively; to speak well
2) to unite; to join together as a whole
adj. 1) understandable or intelligeble in speechl speaking clearly, easily, and well
2) jointed; marked off in segments |
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| n. A story that uses figurative characters and language to symbolize an idea other than its literal meaning. |
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| n. playful, humorous talk or banter |
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| n. the unraveling of a story; the resolution of the conflict |
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| n. the study of the history of words and language; the earliest beginnings of a word |
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n. 1) an often fast-paced comedy that entertains its audience using physical humor,mistaken identity, word play, sexual innuendo, absurdity, and other similar comedic devices
2) mockeru |
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| n. a category, particularly of literature, art, movies, or music |
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adj. 1) in architecture: a medieval style, characterized by slim columns, pointed arches, narrow windows, and high arched ceilings
2) In literature: a style featuring desolate, medieval settings (castles, dungeons, graveyards, etc) and dark and supernatural occurences |
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v. 1) to make conclusions based on facts, experiences, or conditions
2) to hint at or suggest |
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n. 1) verbal irony: a literary device in which words are used to convey a meaning other than the literal or to imply the opposite of what is said
2) situational irony: an outcome or result that is the opposite of what is expected or intended
3) dramatic irony: a literary decide in which the audience knows more than at least one of the characters, causing words and actions to have a different meaning for the audience than for the character |
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| adj. using as few words as possible; concise almost to the point of rudeness |
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| n. a literary form that uses irony and witty humor to indirectly criticize a person or idea (Note: satire does not directly state that something is wrong; it uses humor to evoke that response) |
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| n. an often lengthy speech intended as a person's thoughts; a speech one gives to one's self |
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| adj. stale, overused, and unoriginal; lacking freshness; cliche |
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| n. a short verbal or literary sketch; a small segment of a whole |
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adj. 1) relating to or affected with anemia, a blood disorder characterized by a deficiency in red blood cells
2) lacking force or vitality; lacking interest or substance |
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| adj. blunt and abrupt in manner or speech, often to the point of being harsh |
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| adj. transient; short-lived; likely to disappear (like vapor) |
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| adj. reducing the strength or seriousness of something (often offering excuses) |
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| adj. economical and careful in the use of resources |
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| adj. relevant and appropriate |
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| adj. not easily understood; difficult to grasp |
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| adj. uncompromising; unwilling to change or alter an opinion or action |
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| adj. overly submissive and obedient; subservient |
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| adj. easily percieved; able to be felt or touched |
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adj. 1) showing sacred devotion; extremely religious
2) worthy; virtuous
3) showing loyalty and devotion
4) falsely devout; hypocritical |
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| adj. extraordinarily large; exciting amazement or wonder |
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| adj. negligent; inattentive; careless |
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| adj. not feeling or expressing much emotion; impassive |
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| adj. scornfully humorous; mocking or sarcastic |
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