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What term describes the feeling that a person or thing is considered worthless or deserving scorn?
What term describes the feeling that a person or thing is considered worthless or deserving scorn?
- Aphorism
- Contempt (correct)
- Piety
- Reverence
Which of the following best describes something that is characterized by malice?
Which of the following best describes something that is characterized by malice?
- Intolerable
- Malicious (correct)
- Auspicious
- Comprehensive
What term refers to a group of performers in ancient Greek tragedy who comment on the main action?
What term refers to a group of performers in ancient Greek tragedy who comment on the main action?
- Ode
- Chorus (correct)
- Strophe
- Eddy
Which word describes a poem that is often elevated in style and directed to a particular subject?
Which word describes a poem that is often elevated in style and directed to a particular subject?
Which term describes an amount that cannot be exhausted due to its abundance?
Which term describes an amount that cannot be exhausted due to its abundance?
Flashcards
Aphorism
Aphorism
A short, memorable statement that expresses a general truth or wise observation.
Chorus
Chorus
A group of performers in ancient Greek tragedies who comment on the main action, typically speaking and moving together.
Contempt
Contempt
A feeling of extreme contempt or disgust, often directed towards something considered worthless or unworthy.
Famished
Famished
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Piety
Piety
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Study Notes
Definitions of Terms
- Anarchist: A person who supports or promotes anarchism, a political philosophy advocating the abolition of government.
- Antistrophe: The second section of an ancient Greek choral ode.
- Aphorism: A concise statement expressing a general truth or observation.
- Auspicious: Conducive to success; favorable.
- Carrion: Decaying flesh of dead animals.
- Chorus: A group of performers in ancient Greek tragedy who comment on the main action.
- Comprehensive: Including nearly all elements or aspects of something.
- Contempt: A feeling of disdain or scorn for someone or something.
- Demoralize: To cause someone to lose confidence or hope.
- Doddering: Moving in a feeble or unsteady way, especially due to old age.
- Eddy: A circular movement of water, counter to a main current, often creating a small whirlpool.
- Famished: Extremely hungry.
- Inexhaustible: Unable to be used up due to abundance.
- Intolerable: Unable to be endured.
- Malicious: Characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm.
- Ode: A lyric poem addressing a specific subject, often elevated in style and with varied meter.
- Piety: The quality of being religious or reverent.
- Reverence: Deep respect for someone or something.
- Strophe: The first section of an ancient Greek choral ode.
- Subordinate: To treat or regard as less important.
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