Victorian Era Terminology

noun a person or thing that deceives or tricks others in a playful or lighthearted manner

• The accused was labeled a gay deceiver by the prosecution.
• Don't trust him, he's a total gay deceiver.
• That guy is such a gay deceiver, always playing games with people's feelings.
• His charming smile was seen as a mask of a gay deceiver by those who knew his true intentions.

noun a boisterous, bold, and carefree girl; a tomboy

• The hoyden behavior of the young lady was frowned upon by the society.
• She's a bit of a hoyden, always running around and causing mischief.
• That hoyden over there is always up to no good.
• Her hoyden spirit was like a wild flame, untamed and unpredictable.

noun A room in a house or small institution where food is stored, prepared, and cleaned away

• The scullery maid was responsible for washing dishes and cleaning the kitchen.
• The scullery maid always complained about the never-ending pile of dirty dishes.
• The scullery maid was stuck doing all the grunt work in the kitchen.
• She felt like a scullery maid, constantly cleaning up after everyone else's mess.

adjective having or showing very strict moral attitudes

adverb in a very strict or moralistic manner

• The straightlaced professor was known for upholding strict academic standards.
• My straightlaced aunt always insists on proper etiquette at family gatherings.
• Don't be so straightlaced, let loose and have some fun!
• Despite his straightlaced appearance, he had a wild side that few people knew about.

noun a genre of science fiction that typically features steam-powered machinery and settings inspired by the industrialized Western world of the 19th century

• The steampunk genre combines elements of science fiction and historical settings.
• I love dressing up in steampunk outfits for cosplay events.
• That steampunk movie was totally rad!
• Her mind was like a steampunk machine, full of intricate gears and mechanisms.