| A | B |
|---|
| betrothed | engaged to be married |
| blasphemy | disrespect for something honored or holy |
| cadence | a rhythm with a regular beat |
| canon | a rule or principle that represents the norm |
| denouement | the outcome of a series of events |
| edict | a statement having the force of law |
| enamor | to inspire with love; to captivate |
| insensate | lacking sensation or awareness |
| renegade | a traitor |
| soliloquy | a speech in which character's thoughts are spoken aloud |
| stricture | a strong criticism; anything that restricts |
| triumvirate | a group of three with power |
| usurp | to seize power illegally or unjustly |
| vestment | an outer garment that shows role, rank, or office |
| votary | a devoted person; one devoted to a cause |
