Unit 5 Vocab

Front

Main idea or underlying meaning of a literary work, stated directly or indirectly.

Back

theme

Front

Speak or write in an abusive or negative way

Back

vilify

Front

Give something to someone as a share or task

Back

allot

Front

Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant

Back

aloof

Front

gentle and kind

Back

benign

Front

A fortress on high ground, protecting or dominating a city

Back

citadel

Front

Quote a passage, book, or author as evidence for an argument or statement

Back

cite

Front

Shortcoming or imperfection

Back

defect

Front

Feel or express strong disapproval of something

Back

deplore

Front

Begin a course of action, especially one that is important

Back

embark