Themes In Literature

noun the quality of lacking higher values or ethical standards

• The baseness of his actions was evident to all who witnessed them.
• I can't believe the baseness of his behavior at the party last night.
• Her baseness really gets on my nerves.
• The baseness of his character was like a dark cloud hanging over him.

noun a Latin phrase meaning 'seize the day'

• In times of uncertainty, it is important to remember the Latin phrase 'carpe diem' which means seize the day.
• Hey, let's make the most of today and live by the motto 'carpe diem'!
• Yolo, let's carpe diem and have some fun!
• Just like a bird seizing its prey, we should seize the opportunities that come our way - carpe diem!

noun a strong feeling of wanting or desiring something

adjective having or showing a strong desire or craving

• The artist's paintings exuded a sense of longing for a time long past.
• She couldn't help but feel a deep longing for her hometown while away at college.
• I've been feeling major FOMO lately, just a longing to be back with my friends.
• His eyes held a longing that spoke of unfulfilled dreams and lost opportunities.

verb to appear or be perceived as very important or significant

adverb in a prominent or noticeable manner

• The challenges ahead loom large in our strategic planning meeting.
• The deadline is looming large, we better start working on it.
• The party tonight is going to be lit, the excitement is looming large.
• The shadow of doubt looms large over their relationship.

noun a state of great distress or discomfort of mind or body

• The economic recession brought widespread misery to the population.
• I can't stand being stuck in this misery any longer.
• She's been in a real misery funk lately.
• His heart was consumed by a deep misery after the breakup.

verb to spread throughout or permeate something

• The scent of roses pervade the garden, creating a pleasant atmosphere.
• The smell of fresh baked cookies pervade the kitchen, making everyone hungry.
• The music from the party pervade the neighborhood, keeping everyone up at night.
• A sense of unease seemed to pervade the room as they discussed the controversial topic.

verb to appear again or repeatedly

• The magician amazed the audience by making a coin keep reappearing in different places.
• I swear I keep seeing that same cat reappearing in our backyard.
• That meme keeps reappearing on my social media feed, it's so annoying.
• The theme of forgiveness kept reappearing in the novel, showing the importance of letting go of grudges.

noun something that seduces or has the power to seduce

• The art of seduction is often portrayed in literature and art.
• She used her charm and seduction skills to win him over.
• He's a master of seduction, always knowing the right things to say.
• The seduction of power can be a dangerous temptation.

noun hard work or labor

verb to work extremely hard or laboriously

• The farmers work long hours to toil in the fields and harvest their crops.
• I've been toiling away at this project all week and I'm finally almost done.
• I can't believe we have to toil through this boring meeting, ugh.
• She toiled through her grief, finding solace in her work.