Michelangelo’s Life and His Unique Works

VOCABULARY WORKSHEET

WordMeaningExample Sentence
Colossussomething extremely large or powerfulMichelangelo was a colossus of Renaissance art.
Tempestuousshowing strong emotions or sudden changesHe had a tempestuous personality and argued with others easily.
Eternallasting forever or for a very long timeHis art has eternal value and beauty.
Mereonly; nothing more thanIt was not a mere decoration but a great work of art.
Divinelyin a way related to God or something holyThe ceiling was divinely inspired, according to many people.
Awe-inspiringmaking you feel great respect or wonderThe Sistine Chapel ceiling is truly awe-inspiring.
Crownthe highest or most important partThe dome crowns the city skyline.
Skylinethe outline of buildings seen against the skyThe dome changed the skyline of Rome.
Featsomething difficult that needs skill or effortPainting the ceiling was an amazing feat.
Artisana skilled person who makes things by handMichelangelo was both an artist and an artisan.
Aspirationsstrong hopes or ambitions for the futureHis aspirations were greater than those of other artists.
Grandeurgreat beauty, importance, or powerThe grandeur of the building impressed everyone.
Be appalledto feel shocked or very upsetSome people were appalled by the size of the task.
Disgraceloss of respect or honorHe felt it would be a disgrace to give up.
Distressgreat worry, sadness, or painHe worked under great mental distress.
Persevereto continue despite difficultiesHe persevered and finished the project successfully.
Domea rounded roof on a buildingThe dome became one of the city’s symbols.
Uniqueone of a kind; unlike anything elseHis style was unique and easily recognizable.

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