Act V - Scene III The Fields of Battle — Vocabulary
The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare — key words and definitions
Vocabulary Words from Act V - Scene III The Fields of Battle
- ensign
- A flag or banner, especially a military standard; also the person who carries it.
- spoil
- The act of plundering or looting, especially on a battlefield after a victory.
- compass
- A circular course or circuit; the full extent or range of something.
- thick
- (Of vision) dim, blurred, or impaired — unable to see clearly.
- regard
- To look at attentively; to observe or watch carefully.
- spur
- A pointed device worn on a rider's heel to urge a horse forward; also, to ride at full speed.
- hilts
- The handle of a sword, including the guard and grip.
- disconsolate
- Deeply unhappy and beyond comfort; unable to be consoled.
- apt
- Inclined or disposed toward something; readily susceptible.
- engender
- To give birth to; to bring into existence or produce.
- misconstrued
- Misinterpreted or misunderstood the meaning or intention of something.
- garland
- A wreath of flowers or leaves, worn as a symbol of victory or honor.
- envenomed
- Poisoned; made harmful or toxic, especially with venom applied to a weapon.
- bondman
- A slave or serf; a man bound in servitude to another.