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Vocabulario para IELTS Academic (Puntuación 8-9) - Literatura

Aquí, aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con la Literatura que son necesarias para el examen académico IELTS.

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Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (8)
protagonist
protagonist
[Sustantivo]

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

protagonista

protagonista

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

villainous character who strongly opposes another person or thing

antagonista

antagonista

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

a fictional character with superpowers who is morally evil

supervillano

supervillano

conceit
conceit
[Sustantivo]

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

concepto

concepto

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

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

hipérbole

hipérbole

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

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

verbosidad, palabrería

verbosidad, palabrería

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
[Sustantivo]

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

propaganda, texto de contraportada

propaganda, texto de contraportada

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

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

epígrafe

epígrafe

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

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

miscelánea

miscelánea

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

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

panfletista

panfletista

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

someone who uses words skillfully, especially a gifted author

artífice de la palabra

artífice de la palabra

Afrofuturism
Afrofuturism
[Sustantivo]

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

Afrofuturismo, un movimiento cultural y artístico que explora la intersección de la cultura africana y de la diáspora africana con la tecnología y el futuro

Afrofuturismo, un movimiento cultural y artístico que explora la intersección de la cultura africana y de la diáspora africana con la tecnología y el futuro

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

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

novela policíaca

novela policíaca

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
[Sustantivo]

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

códice

códice

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

a short, simple story that teaches a moral lesson

parábola

parábola

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

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

sátira

sátira

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

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

alegoría

alegoría

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

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

prólogo

prólogo

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

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

epílogo

epílogo

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

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

alusión, referencia

alusión, referencia

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

a short story on morality with animal characters

fábula

fábula

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

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

resumen

resumen

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