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Play a The Charterhouse of Parma by Stendhal (1839) word search free online. We built the 12-word list around characters, settings, and objects from the book, then scattered it across a 15×15 grid — horizontal, vertical and diagonal. Find them all to clear the board.
Written by Stendhal · First published 1839 · Novel.
Words to find: FABRICE, GINA, SANSEVERINA, DONGO, CHARTERHOUSE, PARMA, NAPOLEON, UNIFORM, SABER, PRISON, LETTER, AMBITION.
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The Charterhouse of Parma word list, defined
PARMA/pɑːrmə/ · noun, verb
A type of cured ham originating from Italy, typically served thinly sliced. To cover or protect something, especially with a layer of material. Related: ham, prosciutto, cured meat, cover.
NAPOLEON/næpəˈlɒn/ · proper noun
A French military leader and emperor (1769–1821), known for his conquests in Europe. A small, three-cornered hat, typically worn by military officers. Related: emperor, general, commander, leader.
UNIFORM/ˈjuːnɪfɔːm/ · noun, adjective
A set of clothes that are the same for everyone in a particular group or organization. Having the same size, shape, or quality throughout. Related: standard, consistent, regular, identical.
SABER/sæbər/ · noun
A sword with a single-edged blade, typically curved and used for cutting or thrusting. A long, thin, flexible rod used for cutting or piercing, especially in a ceremonial or symbolic context. Related: sword, blade, cutlass, rapier.
PRISON/prɪzən/ · noun
A place where people are kept as punishment for crimes they have committed, or a state of being confined or restricted. Related: jail, penitentiary, gaol, detention center.
LETTER/ˈlɛtər/ · noun, verb
A written or printed symbol or character used to represent a sound or a concept. To write a letter to someone. Related: message, note, epistle, communication.
AMBITION/æmˈbɪʃən/ · noun
A strong desire to achieve something, typically requiring determination and hard work; an ardent wish for rank, fame, power, or success. Related: aspiration, drive, goal, ambitiousness.