Literary Terms and Concepts

An introduction to a novel or story.

• Epilogue

• Prologue

• Preface

• Introduction

Characterized by, or suggestive of an idealized view of reality

• Romantic

• Realistic

• Cynical

• Pragmatic

To be barred or expelled from one's home.

• Exile

• Incarceration

• Detention

• Eviction

A state in which there is disagreement, or lack of harmony.

• Harmony

• Agreement

• Discord

• Unity

Annoyingly bright or showy

• Garish

• Subdued

• Dull

• Muted

Having or showing Heroism or Courage

• Valiant

• Timid

• Cowardly

• Indifferent

Showing a deliberate desire to behave in a way that is unreasonable or unacceptable

• Perverse

• Rational

• Logical

• Sensible

A firm decision to do or not do something

• Resolution

• Suggestion

• Indecision

• Proposal

A complaint about a wrong that causes resentment

• Grievance

• Satisfaction

• Indifference

• Approval

A feeling of deep and thoughtful sadness

• Joy

• Melancholy

• Excitement

• Indifference