Literary Tropes

noun a person who is perceived to be uncivilized or primitive

adjective relating to or characteristic of a barbarian

• The historical accounts describe the barbarian tribes as fierce warriors.
• I can't believe that barbarian just stormed in and caused chaos.
• Those barbarians at the party were so rowdy.
• His lack of manners at the dinner table made him seem like a barbarian.

adjective relating to or characteristic of a witch; suggesting or resembling a witch in appearance or behavior

• The old woman was rumored to be a witchy figure in the village.
• I love your witchy style with all the black clothing and dark makeup.
• That party was so witchy, everyone was casting spells and wearing pointy hats.
• Her intuition was so strong, it was almost witchy in nature.