Fahrenheit 451 Terms

Radical

• Relating to or affecting the fundamental nature of something; far-reaching or thorough.

• A type of extreme political ideology.

• A mathematical term for a square root.

• A term used to describe a mild or moderate approach.

Pulverized

• Reduced to fine particles.

• Increased in size and volume.

• Mixed with liquids to form a paste.

• Heated to a high temperature.

Salamander (mythical)

• A creature that can breathe underwater.

• A mythical creature believed to live in fire.

• A type of lizard found in forests.

• A legendary bird that rises from its ashes.

Pratfall

• A type of dance move

• A fall onto one's buttocks; a humiliating action or failure.

• A sudden success in a competition

• A method of public speaking

Cacophony

• A pleasant and harmonious sound.

• A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.

• A soft and soothing melody.

• A rhythmic and structured musical piece.

Phoenix (not the city)

• A mythical bird that is cyclically regenerated or reborn.

• A type of ancient Greek pottery.

• A constellation in the southern sky.

• A legendary creature that grants wishes.

Intellectual

• Relating to the intellect; a person possessing a highly developed intellect.

• A term used to describe physical strength and endurance.

• A type of emotional intelligence that focuses on empathy.

• A style of learning that emphasizes memorization over understanding.

Trajectory

• The path followed by a projectile flying or an object moving under the action of given forces.

• A type of force that acts on an object in motion.

• The speed at which an object travels in a straight line.

• The angle at which an object is launched into the air.

Contrasedative

• A substance that enhances the effects of a sedative.

• A substance that counteracts the effects of a sedative.

• A type of sedative used for anxiety relief.

• A medication that induces sleep.

Feigning

• Pretending to be affected by a feeling, state, or injury.

• Showing genuine emotions and reactions.

• Being honest about one's feelings.

• Expressing true physical pain.