AP Language & Composition Lesson 6 Vocabulary

antagonist

• antagonist is a type of literary genre.
• antagonist is a character who helps the protagonist.
• antagonist is the main character in a story.
• antagonist is a character opposing the protagonist.

arbitrary

• random or based on personal choice
• fixed or predetermined
• based on statistical analysis
• chosen by majority vote

austere

• chaotic and disorganized
• colorful and ornate
• severe or strict in manner; plain and simple
• luxurious and extravagant

expedite

• to speed up
• to delay
• to slow down
• to maintain speed

heresy

• Heresy is a universally accepted belief.
• Heresy is a belief that contradicts established beliefs

• Heresy refers to a type of religious ceremony.
• Heresy is a synonym for faith.

compromise

• Agreement
• Conflict
• to speak badly of

• to settle by surrender

condescend

• To ignore someone's presence completely.
• To show feelings of superiority or to patronize.
• To express humility and respect.
• To engage in friendly banter.

fallacious

• Based on a mistaken belief or misleading.
• Based on a universally accepted truth.
• Based on a clear and logical argument.
• Based on a correct belief or understanding.

intangible

• pleasant sound

• Visible
• common

• not capable of being touched

arrogant

• Arrogant refers to having an inflated sense of self-importance.
• Having a low opinion of oneself
• Humble and self-effacing
• Modest and unassuming