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Humaniora ACT - Sastra dan Budaya

Di sini Anda akan mempelajari beberapa kata bahasa Inggris yang terkait dengan sastra dan budaya, seperti "elegy", "satirical", "memoir", dll. yang akan membantu Anda lulus ujian ACT.

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ACT Vocabulary for Humanities
free verse
[Kata benda]

a type of verse without rhyme that has an irregular rhythm

sajak bebas, puisi bebas

sajak bebas, puisi bebas

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stanza
[Kata benda]

a series of lines in a poem, usually with recurring rhyme scheme and meter

bait, stanza

bait, stanza

Ex: The stanza's rhyme scheme was ABAB , giving the poem a rhythmic flow .
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sonnet
[Kata benda]

a verse of Italian origin that has 14 lines, usually in an iambic pentameter and a prescribed rhyme scheme

soneta, puisi empat belas baris

soneta, puisi empat belas baris

Ex: She wrote a sonnet for her literature class , following the traditional 14-line structure .Dia menulis sebuah **soneta** untuk kelas sastranya, mengikuti struktur tradisional 14 baris.
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prose
[Kata benda]

spoken or written language in its usual form, in contrast to poetry

prosa

prosa

Ex: The author 's mastery of prose evoked vivid imagery and emotional resonance , immersing readers in the world of her storytelling .Penguasaan **prosa** oleh penulis memunculkan gambaran yang hidup dan resonansi emosional, membenamkan pembaca dalam dunia ceritanya.
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ballad
[Kata benda]

a tale that is narrated in the form of a song or poem

balada, lagu naratif

balada, lagu naratif

Ex: The ballad's haunting melody and evocative lyrics made it a favorite among fans of traditional music .Melodi yang menghantui dan lirik yang menggugah dari **balada** menjadikannya favorit di kalangan penggemar musik tradisional.
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antimetabole
[Kata benda]

a literary and rhetorical device that involves repeating words or phrases in successive clauses or sentences, but in reverse order

antimetabole, kebalikan

antimetabole, kebalikan

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personification
[Kata benda]

a literary device where human qualities or characteristics are attributed to non-human entities, objects, or ideas

personifikasi, penjelmaan

personifikasi, penjelmaan

Ex: She used personification to depict the flowers as dancing in the breeze .Dia menggunakan **personifikasi** untuk menggambarkan bunga-bunga sedang menari dalam angin sepoi-sepoi.
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allusion
[Kata benda]

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

kiasan, referensi

kiasan, referensi

Ex: The poet 's allusion to Icarus served as a cautionary tale about the dangers of overambition and hubris .**Alusi** penyair kepada Icarus berfungsi sebagai peringatan tentang bahaya ambisi yang berlebihan dan kesombongan.
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allegorical
[Adjektiva]

(of a story, play, image, etc.) using characters or events in a symbolic sense that represent a concept, quality, etc.

alegoris, simbolis

alegoris, simbolis

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pun
[Kata benda]

a clever or amusing use of words that takes advantage of the multiple meanings or interpretations that it has

permainan kata, pun

permainan kata, pun

Ex: The pun in the advertisement was so funny that it went viral on social media .**Permainan kata** dalam iklan itu sangat lucu sehingga menjadi viral di media sosial.
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metaphor
[Kata benda]

a figure of speech that compares two unrelated things to highlight their similarities and convey a deeper meaning

metafora, gaya bahasa

metafora, gaya bahasa

Ex: Her speech was filled with powerful metaphors that moved the audience .Pidatonya dipenuhi dengan **metafora** yang kuat yang menggerakkan audiens.
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simile
[Kata benda]

a word or phrase that compares two things or people, highlighting the similarities, often introduced by 'like' or 'as'

perumpamaan, perbandingan

perumpamaan, perbandingan

Ex: The poet 's use of a simile comparing the stars to diamonds in the sky adds a touch of beauty and sparkle to the nighttime landscape .Penggunaan **perumpamaan** oleh penyair yang membandingkan bintang dengan berlian di langit menambahkan sentuhan keindahan dan kilau pada pemandangan malam.
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irony
[Kata benda]

a form of humor in which the words that someone says mean the opposite, producing an emphatic effect

ironi

ironi

Ex: Through irony, she pointed out the flaws in their logic without directly insulting them .Melalui **ironi**, dia menunjukkan kelemahan dalam logika mereka tanpa menghina mereka secara langsung.
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marginalia
[Kata benda]

marks and notes written in the margins of a book or document

marginalia, catatan di pinggir

marginalia, catatan di pinggir

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memoir
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a written account of a person's own life experiences or a particular period in their life

kenangan, otobiografi

kenangan, otobiografi

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autobiography
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the story of the life of a person, written by the same person

otobiografi, kenangan

otobiografi, kenangan

Ex: The autobiography provided a unique perspective on the civil rights movement .**Autobiografi** memberikan perspektif unik tentang gerakan hak-hak sipil.
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graphic novel
[Kata benda]

a book that combines illustrations and storytelling to convey a narrative, often in a sequential art format

novel grafis, komik

novel grafis, komik

Ex: She discovered a graphic novel series that explores historical events .Dia menemukan seri **novel grafis** yang mengeksplorasi peristiwa sejarah.
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anthology
[Kata benda]

a collection of selected writings by various authors, often on a similar theme or subject

antologi, kumpulan

antologi, kumpulan

Ex: Students studied an anthology of plays by Shakespeare for their literature class .Para siswa mempelajari sebuah **antologi** drama karya Shakespeare untuk kelas sastra mereka.
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manuscript
[Kata benda]

a handwritten or typed document that has not yet been published or printed, often used to refer to an author's draft of a book or other literary work

naskah, draf

naskah, draf

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satirical
[Adjektiva]

intending to mock, ridicule, or criticize a person, group, or society in a humorous or exaggerated way

satir, ironis

satir, ironis

Ex: The film used satirical elements to challenge social norms .Film ini menggunakan elemen **satir** untuk menantang norma sosial.
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excerpt
[Kata benda]

a short piece taken from a longer composition

kutipan

kutipan

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scroll
[Kata benda]

a roll of parchment, paper, or other material containing writing or images, often used for historical or religious texts

gulungan, perkamen

gulungan, perkamen

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interjection
[Kata benda]

(grammar) a phrase or word used suddenly to express a particular emotion

interjeksi, kata seru

interjeksi, kata seru

Ex: During the debate , the speaker highlighted the importance of interjection in conveying emotions in speech .Selama debat, pembicara menekankan pentingnya **kata seru** dalam menyampaikan emosi dalam pidato.
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tone
[Kata benda]

the general manner or attitude of the author in a literary work

nada, tonalitas

nada, tonalitas

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canon
[Kata benda]

a recognized collection of authoritative books, texts, or works within a particular field or tradition, especially in religion

kanon

kanon

Ex: " The Great Gatsby " by F. Scott Fitzgerald is often included in the canon of American literature ."The Great Gatsby" oleh F. Scott Fitzgerald sering dimasukkan dalam **kanon** sastra Amerika.
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protagonist
[Kata benda]

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

tokoh utama, protagonis

tokoh utama, protagonis

Ex: The protagonist's quest for redemption and forgiveness forms the emotional core of the narrative , resonating with audiences on a deeply human level .Pencarian **protagonis** untuk penebusan dan pengampunan membentuk inti emosional narasi, beresonansi dengan penonton pada tingkat yang sangat manusiawi.
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heroine
[Kata benda]

the main female character in a story, book, film, etc., typically known for great qualities

pahlawan wanita, tokoh utama perempuan

pahlawan wanita, tokoh utama perempuan

Ex: The story is about a heroine who fights evil with her magical powers .Cerita ini tentang seorang **pahlawan wanita** yang melawan kejahatan dengan kekuatan magisnya.
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the use of words and expressions that are not meant to be taken literally, but rather to create a vivid, imaginative image or effect in the reader's mind

bahasa kiasan, bahasa figuratif

bahasa kiasan, bahasa figuratif

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melodramatic
[Adjektiva]

exaggerated or overly emotional in a theatrical or sensational way

melodramatis, berlebihan

melodramatis, berlebihan

Ex: The teenager 's diary entries were filled with melodramatic accounts of daily challenges and triumphs .Entri buku harian remaja itu dipenuhi dengan kisah **melodramatis** tentang tantangan dan kemenangan sehari-hari.
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dime novel
[Kata benda]

a cheap paperback novel often featuring an adventure or melodramatic story

novel murah, novel petualangan atau melodramatik

novel murah, novel petualangan atau melodramatik

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to fictionalize
[kata kerja]

to turn real events or situations into a tale or story, often by changing or adding to the details

membuat fiksi, mengubah menjadi cerita

membuat fiksi, mengubah menjadi cerita

Ex: Authors often fictionalize distant memories to explore deeper emotional truths in their writing .Penulis sering **mengfiksikan** kenangan jauh untuk mengeksplorasi kebenaran emosional yang lebih dalam dalam tulisannya.
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backstory
[Kata benda]

the events that have happened to a character before their story in a book, movie, etc. begins

latar belakang, kisah masa lalu

latar belakang, kisah masa lalu

Ex: The video game 's immersive storyline included optional quests that allowed players to uncover hidden aspects of the protagonist 's backstory.Alur cerita yang mendalam dari video game ini mencakup misi opsional yang memungkinkan pemain untuk mengungkap aspek tersembunyi dari **latar belakang** protagonis.
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ghostwriter
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an author whose work is published under someone else's name

penulis bayangan, penulis hantu

penulis bayangan, penulis hantu

Ex: The ghostwriter's name remained confidential while the author 's name was on the cover .Nama **penulis bayangan** tetap dirahasiakan sementara nama penulis ada di sampul.
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glyph
[Kata benda]

a decorative element or symbol carved or inscribed onto a surface

glif, simbol dekoratif

glif, simbol dekoratif

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syntax
[Kata benda]

(linguistics) the way in which words and phrases are arranged to form grammatical sentences in a language

sintaksis, struktur gramatikal

sintaksis, struktur gramatikal

Ex: Syntax analysis helps in identifying how sentence elements like nouns , verbs , and adjectives interact within a given linguistic framework .
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dialect
[Kata benda]

the spoken form of a language specific to a certain region or people which is slightly different from the standard form in words and grammar

dialek, logat

dialek, logat

Ex: Linguists study dialects to better understand language variation and change , as well as the social and cultural factors that shape linguistic diversity .
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intonation
[Kata benda]

(phonetics) the rising and falling of the voice when speaking

intonasi

intonasi

Ex: Intonation is an important aspect of spoken language that helps listeners interpret the speaker 's attitude , mood , and intention , contributing to effective communication .**Intonasi** adalah aspek penting dari bahasa lisan yang membantu pendengar menafsirkan sikap, suasana hati, dan niat pembicara, berkontribusi pada komunikasi yang efektif.
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acronym
[Kata benda]

a word formed from the initial letters of a phrase, pronounced as a single word

akronim, singkatan

akronim, singkatan

Ex: The company name was created as an acronym from its founders ' initials .Nama perusahaan dibuat sebagai sebuah **akronim** dari inisial pendirinya.
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initialism
[Kata benda]

a type of abbreviation where the first letter of each word in a phrase or name is used to form a pronounceable acronym-like string of letters

akronim, singkatan

akronim, singkatan

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etymology
[Kata benda]

the study of the origins and historical developments of words and their meanings

etimologi

etimologi

Ex: The etymology of " amplify " reveals its roots in Latin " amplus , " meaning large or spacious .**Etimologi** dari "amplify" mengungkapkan akarnya dalam bahasa Latin "amplus," yang berarti besar atau luas.
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linguist
[Kata benda]

an expert in the study of language, examining its structure, development, and cultural aspects

ahli bahasa

ahli bahasa

Ex: Linguists contribute to language preservation efforts , documenting and revitalizing endangered languages .**Ahli bahasa** berkontribusi pada upaya pelestarian bahasa, mendokumentasikan dan menghidupkan kembali bahasa yang terancam punah.
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mythology
[Kata benda]

a collection of ancient myths, particularly one that belongs to a group of people and their history, etc.

mitologi

mitologi

Ex: Many cultures around the world have their own mythology, which reflects their history , values , and worldview .Banyak budaya di seluruh dunia memiliki **mitologi** mereka sendiri, yang mencerminkan sejarah, nilai-nilai, dan pandangan dunia mereka.
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chimera
[Kata benda]

a mythological creature in Greek mythology, typically depicted as a fire-breathing creature with the body and head of a lion, the head of a goat protruding from its back, and a serpent for a tail

chimera, makhluk mitologis

chimera, makhluk mitologis

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basilisk
[Kata benda]

a legendary reptile, often depicted as having a deadly gaze or venomous breath

basilisk, reptil legendaris

basilisk, reptil legendaris

Ex: The ancient texts warned of the basilisk's power , advising caution to those who dared to confront it .Teks-teks kuno memperingatkan tentang kekuatan **basilisk**, menasihati kehati-hatian bagi mereka yang berani menghadapinya.
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burlesque
[Kata benda]

an absurd or comically exaggerated replication of a literary or dramatic work

parodi, burlesque

parodi, burlesque

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folklore
[Kata benda]

the traditional beliefs, customs, stories, and legends of a particular community, usually passed down through generations by word of mouth

folklor, tradisi rakyat

folklor, tradisi rakyat

Ex: Folklore can also evolve over time , adapting to changes in society and incorporating new influences while retaining its essential character and meaning .**Folklor** juga dapat berkembang seiring waktu, menyesuaikan diri dengan perubahan dalam masyarakat dan memasukkan pengaruh baru sambil mempertahankan karakter dan makna dasarnya.
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custom
[Kata benda]

a way of behaving or of doing something that is widely accepted in a society or among a specific group of people

kebiasaan, adat

kebiasaan, adat

Ex: The custom of having afternoon tea is still popular in some parts of the UK .**Kebiasaan** minum teh sore masih populer di beberapa bagian Inggris.
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lore
[Kata benda]

collective knowledge, traditions, beliefs, and stories passed down within a culture or community, typically through storytelling

pengetahuan, tradisi

pengetahuan, tradisi

Ex: Exploring the lore of ancient civilizations helps archaeologists understand their societal structures and religious practices .Mengeksplorasi **cerita rakyat** peradaban kuno membantu arkeolog memahami struktur sosial dan praktik keagamaan mereka.
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elegy
[Kata benda]

a song or poem expressing sadness, especially in the memory of a dead person or a bitter event in the past

elegi, nyanyian duka

elegi, nyanyian duka

Ex: Through the elegy, the poet found catharsis in expressing their grief and honoring the memory of the departed .Melalui **elegi**, penyair menemukan katarsis dalam mengungkapkan kesedihan mereka dan menghormati kenangan orang yang telah meninggal.
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heritage
[Kata benda]

an individual's religious or ethnic background that is passed down to them from their ancestors

warisan

warisan

Ex: She learned traditional recipes from her grandmother , preserving her culinary heritage for future generations .Dia mempelajari resep tradisional dari neneknya, melestarikan **warisan** kuliner untuk generasi mendatang.
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time-honored
[Adjektiva]

(of traditions, practices, or customs) respected and followed for a long time because of their enduring value or significance

terhormat, tradisional

terhormat, tradisional

Ex: The library is a repository of time-honored literature that has shaped generations of readers .Perpustakaan adalah gudang sastra **terhormat** yang telah membentuk generasi pembaca.
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subculture
[Kata benda]

a group within a larger culture that shares distinctive values, norms, and behaviors, often differing from those of the dominant culture

subkultur, budaya bawah

subkultur, budaya bawah

Ex: The punk subculture emerged in the 1970s as a rebellion against mainstream culture, with its distinctive music, fashion, and anti-establishment attitudes still prevalent among its followers today.**Subkultur** punk muncul pada tahun 1970-an sebagai pemberontakan terhadap budaya arus utama, dengan musik, fashion, dan sikap anti-establishment yang khas masih lazim di antara pengikutnya hari ini.
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rebirth
[Kata benda]

a renewed period of growth, popularity, or significance, particularly in cultural, artistic, or economic contexts

kelahiran kembali, kebangkitan

kelahiran kembali, kebangkitan

Ex: The economic rebirth of the neighborhood came with new businesses and community initiatives .**Kebangkitan** ekonomi lingkungan itu datang dengan bisnis baru dan inisiatif komunitas.
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