Vocabulary Flashcards 13 Log

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apology

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n. a statement saying you are sorry about something; an expression of regret for having done or said something wrong. Example: Kristina gave me an apology for the way she acted at the party.

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dialogue

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n. the things that are said by the characters in a story, movie, or play. Example: Find two examples of figurative language in the dialogue in the story.

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epilogue

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n. a final section or speech after the main part of a book, play, or musical composition. Example: The epilogue explained what happened to the main character after the novel’s conclusion.

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eulogy

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n. a speech that praises or honors someone who has died. Example: The priest delivered the eulogy at the funeral.

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monologue

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n. a long speech given by a character in a story, movie, or play, or by a performer. Example: Angela was nervous because her part in the play included a monologue.

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monopoly

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n. complete control of the entire supply of goods or of a service in a certain area or market; complete ownership or control of something. Example: Mrs. Becker has a monopoly on special occasion cakes in our city.

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monotonous

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n. something that is boring because it is always the same. Example: She read the book in a monotonous voice, and I felt myself nodding off.

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monogamy

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n. the state or practice of being married or partnered to only one person at a time. Example: Many birds practice monogamy.

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unison

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n. a process in which something is done or achieved together at the same time. Example: Teachers and parents worked in unison to beautify the school yard.

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universal

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n. done or experienced by everyone; existing or available for everyone; existing or true at all times or in all places. Example: A forward head nod is the universal human sign for yes.