The Emperor's New Clothes Vocabulary

Vocabulary Words from The Emperor's New Clothes

rogues (noun)

Dishonest or unprincipled people; scoundrels who deceive others for personal gain.

elaborate (adjective)

Detailed and carefully prepared; involving many intricate parts or complex arrangements.

realms (noun)

Kingdoms or territories ruled by a monarch.

affected (verb)

Pretended or made a false show of doing something; feigned.

elapsed (verb)

Passed or slipped by, referring to a period of time.

simpleton (noun)

A foolish or gullible person who is easily deceived.

intelligence (noun)

Information or news gathered about a particular subject, especially through investigation.

deliberation (noun)

Careful consideration or lengthy discussion before reaching a decision.

knaves (noun)

Dishonest or unscrupulous men; cheats or tricksters.

impostors (noun)

People who deceive others by pretending to be someone or something they are not.

viz (adverb)

An abbreviation of the Latin word 'videlicet,' meaning namely or that is to say.

diligence (noun)

Careful and persistent effort or hard work applied to a task.

ascertain (verb)

To find out or learn something with certainty through investigation or inquiry.

sovereign (noun)

A supreme ruler, especially a king or queen; a monarch.

exquisite (adjective)

Extremely beautiful, delicate, or finely made; of exceptional quality.

approbation (noun)

Formal approval or praise; an official expression of endorsement.

retinue (noun)

A group of advisers, assistants, or attendants who accompany an important person.

riband (noun)

An archaic spelling of ribbon; here, a decorative sash or band symbolizing an honor or rank.

grandees (noun)

People of high rank or social importance, especially nobles at a royal court.

mantle (noun)

A loose, sleeveless cloak or cape worn over other clothing.

courtiers (noun)

Members of a royal court who attend and serve a king or queen.

array (verb)

To dress or clothe someone, especially in fine or elaborate garments.

canopy (noun)

A decorative cloth covering held aloft on poles over a person of importance during a ceremony.

vexed (adjective)

Annoyed, frustrated, or distressed by something.