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Slovní zásoba pro IELTS Academic (Skóre 8-9) - Literature

Zde se naučíte některá anglická slova související s literaturou, která jsou nezbytná pro akademickou zkoušku IELTS.

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Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (8)
protagonist
protagonist
[Podstatné jméno]

the main character in a movie, novel, TV show, etc.

hlavní postava, protagonista

hlavní postava, protagonista

Ex: The protagonist of the novel is a young orphan who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and adventure. 
antagonist
antagonist
[Podstatné jméno]

villainous character who strongly opposes another person or thing

antagonista, nepřítel

antagonista, nepřítel

Ex: The antagonist in the novel was a cunning and ruthless villain, determined to thwart the protagonist's plans at every turn. 
supervillain
supervillain
[Podstatné jméno]

a fictional character with superpowers who is morally evil

superpadouch, padouch se superschopnostmi

superpadouch, padouch se superschopnostmi

conceit
conceit
[Podstatné jméno]

an elaborate or far-fetched poetic image or comparison between very dissimilar things, used in literature

koncept, conceit

koncept, conceit

Ex: John Donne's metaphysical poetry is famous for its conceits, such as comparing lovers to a compass. 
hyperbole
hyperbole
[Podstatné jméno]

a technique used in speech and writing to exaggerate the extent of something

hyperbola, nadsázka

hyperbola, nadsázka

Ex: His statement that he'd slept for a century was a hyperbole to express his exhaustion. 
prolixity
prolixity
[Podstatné jméno]

the fact of having an excessive number of words that results in being tedious

rozvláčnost

rozvláčnost

Ex: The professor's lecture was criticized for its prolixity, as many students found the excessive detail and lengthy explanations overwhelming and tedious. 
blurb
blurb
[Podstatné jméno]

a short promotional description of a book, motion picture, etc. published on the cover of a book or in an advertisement

krátký propagační popis, poutavé shrnutí

krátký propagační popis, poutavé shrnutí

Ex: The blurb on the back cover of the novel provides a brief summary of the plot to entice readers. 
epigraph
epigraph
[Podstatné jméno]

a quotation or phrase placed at the beginning of a book, chapter, or other written work, often to suggest a theme or context

epigraf, úvodní citát

epigraf, úvodní citát

Ex: The novel opens with an epigraph from T.S. Eliot. 
miscellanea
miscellanea
[Podstatné jméno]

a collection of various items, such as literary pieces, poems, letters, etc., gathered from different sources

směs, sbírka

směs, sbírka

Ex: The bookshelves were filled with miscellanea, ranging from ancient artifacts to quirky knick-knacks collected over the years. 
pamphleteer
pamphleteer
[Podstatné jméno]

someone who writes pamphlets, especially one who promotes partisan views on political issues

pamfletista, autor pamfletů

pamfletista, autor pamfletů

Ex: In the 18th century, Thomas Paine emerged as a prominent pamphleteer, advocating for American independence with works like "Common Sense." 
wordsmith
wordsmith
[Podstatné jméno]

someone who uses words skillfully, especially a gifted author

mistr slova, jazykový virtuóz

mistr slova, jazykový virtuóz

Afrofuturism
Afrofuturism
[Podstatné jméno]

a cultural and artistic movement that explores the intersection of African and African Diaspora culture with technology and the future

Afrofuturismus, kulturní a umělecké hnutí

Afrofuturismus, kulturní a umělecké hnutí

Ex: The film "Black Panther" is often cited as a prime example of Afrofuturism, blending African culture with futuristic technology and themes. 
whodunit
whodunit
[Podstatné jméno]

a story, play, movie, etc. about a mystery or murder that the audience cannot solve until the end

detektivka, záhada vraždy

detektivka, záhada vraždy

Ex: The latest novel by the bestselling author is a gripping whodunit, filled with twists and turns that keep readers guessing until the very end. 
codex
codex
[Podstatné jméno]

an ancient book, written by hand, especially of scriptures, classics, etc.

kodex, starověký rukopis

kodex, starověký rukopis

Ex: The museum's prized exhibit is an illuminated codex from the medieval period, featuring intricately detailed illustrations and calligraphy. 
parable
parable
[Podstatné jméno]

a short, simple story that teaches a moral lesson

podobenství, parabola

podobenství, parabola

Ex: The teacher used a parable to explain the importance of honesty. 
satire
satire
[Podstatné jméno]

humor, irony, ridicule, or sarcasm used to expose or criticize the faults and shortcomings of a person, government, etc.

satira, ironie

satira, ironie

Ex: Satire in literature often challenges societal norms and conventions. 
allegory
allegory
[Podstatné jméno]

a specific story, artwork, or performance that embodies symbolic representation of deeper truths

alegorie, symbolické vyprávění

alegorie, symbolické vyprávění

Ex: The Pilgrim's Progress is a classic allegory depicting the soul's journey toward salvation. 
prologue
prologue
[Podstatné jméno]

the beginning section of a movie, book, play, etc. that introduces the work

prolog, úvod

prolog, úvod

Ex: The prologue of the novel set the scene for the epic adventure that followed. 
epilogue
epilogue
[Podstatné jméno]

a brief section added at the end of a literary work, providing closure, commentary, or resolution

epilog, doslov

epilog, doslov

Ex: The novel concluded with an epilogue explaining the characters' futures. 
allusion
allusion
[Podstatné jméno]

a statement that implies or indirectly mentions something or someone else, especially as a literary device

narážka, odkaz

narážka, odkaz

Ex: Her comment about "meeting her Waterloo" was an allusion to Napoleon's final defeat, implying she faced an insurmountable challenge. 
fable
fable
[Podstatné jméno]

a short story on morality with animal characters

bajka, mravní příběh

bajka, mravní příběh

Ex: The fable of "The Tortoise and the Hare" teaches us that slow and steady wins the race. 
abridgment
abridgment
[Podstatné jméno]

a concise version of a lengthy play, novel, etc.

výtah, zkrácená verze

výtah, zkrácená verze

Ex: The publisher released an abridgment of the classic novel, making it more accessible to modern readers with limited time. 
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