Vocabulary (R&J)

The Words

Clicking on each word will bring you to a page that explains the meaning of the word, provides sample sentences, synonyms, and more. Use that information to create what you will put on the back of your quizlet cards.

While writing your sentences, try to create a few reoccurring characters. This will make your sentences into more of a story, which is gives your words memorable context.

Resources

Acts 1 & 2 Sample Sentences

Act 1

Act 1 Vocabulary.com Notes & Examples

adversary (noun)

disposition (noun)

esteem (noun; not as in "self-esteem")

forfeit (noun & verb)

languish (verb)

nuptial (adj)

oppression (noun)

pernicious (adj)

transgression (noun)

valiant (adj)

augment (verb)

exquisite (adj)

grievance (noun)

warrant (verb)

purge (verb)

solemnity (noun)

rapier* (noun) (no need to write a sentence; just a picture and/or definition)

Acts 3-5 Sample Sentences

The way some words are used remains specific to Romeo & Juliet. The word "Chords", for example, refers to a rope ladder. Below are some words that you'll need to know before reading Romeo & Juliet.