The Measures Taken and Other Lehrstucke Glossary

The Measures Taken and Other Lehrstucke Glossary

Aristotelian drama

A style of representative drama intent on replicating the world as it is on stage.

propaganda

Material intended to indoctrinate people into accepting a political ideology that is presented under the guise of being mere entertainment.

exploitation

Profiting from the work and resources of others with providing equitable recompense.

Communism

An economic ideology based on the foundation of abolishing private ownership and other exploitative necessities of capitalism.

overseer

The person in charge of making sure that a labor force continues to remain productive.

despair

The deep emotional chasm of despondency and surrender that leads to a ceaseless lack of hope.

persecution

The singling out of a specific individual or group for unrelenting harassment taking any form that results in discriminination or maltreatment.

impetuous

Acting on impulse that is driven by emotion rather than intellect.

caprice

An impulsive whim.

machinations

Scheming taking place behind the scene from within the target of the machination.

coolie

An unskilled laborer, usually an immigrant from Asia.

rabble

Swarming masses of lower-class citizens.

pecuniary

Having to do with financial and monetary matters.

tribunal

A court sitting in judgment.

malcontent

An agitator against the ruling authorities.

vileness

Depravity, contemptability and corruption.

textiles

Soft goods like clothing and linens.

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