Vocabulary in Oedipus Rex Flashcard

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What does the word 'implacable' mean?

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Implacable means unable to be appeased or placated; relentless.

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Use 'pinnacle' in a sentence.

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The pinnacle of the mountain was covered in snow.

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What is an 'oracle'?

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An oracle is a person or medium through whom advice or prophecy was sought from the gods in ancient times.

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What is a 'decree'?

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A decree is an official order issued by a legal authority.

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Use 'melancholy' in a sentence.

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She felt a sense of melancholy as she watched the sunset.

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What does 'barren' mean?

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Barren means unable to produce offspring or fruit; unproductive.

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Use 'petulant' in a sentence.

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The petulant child threw a tantrum when he didn't get his way.

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What does 'lamentation' mean?

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Lamentation is the passionate expression of grief or sorrow; weeping.

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What is a 'throng'?

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A throng is a large, densely packed crowd of people.

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Use 'oracle' in a sentence.

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The oracle predicted the future of the kingdom.