Vocabulary Unit 2 Word List *****Quiz 10/5/18 1. Strive (verb): to try hard; to struggle to accomplish something 2. Linger (verb): to stay in place longer than expected 3. Dominate (verb): to rule over, control, or tower above 4. Distinct (adj): different; not the same as others 5. Mimic (verb): to imitate or copy an action (often to make fun of someone) 6. Rural (adj): out in the country or related to the country 7. Urban (adj): having to do with the city; city-like 8. Superior (adj): better than; above average 9. Ample (adj): plenty; more than enough 10. Concise (adj): short and to the point; saying a lot in a few words 11. Parody (noun); a funny imitation 12. Objective (noun): a goal or purpose 13. Ignite (verb): to set on fire; to burn 14. Diversity (noun): having different types together 15. Collaborate (verb): to work together
Vocabulary Unit 1 Word List *****QUIZ 9/21/18
Capacity ( noun): the largest possible amount that can be contained/ the ability to do something
Restrain ( verb): to hold back from
Marvel (noun): a wonderful thing or an awesome sight
Factor (noun): a reason or circumstance
Cumulative (adj): increasing by adding one thing after another
Intimidate (verb): to frighten, threaten, or scare
Painstakingly (adv): taking a lot of care or trouble; careful
Anguish (noun): extreme suffering or pain
Unanimous (adj): in complete agreement; everyone agrees
Erupt (verb): to burst, explode, or release suddenly
Inept (adj): without skill; clumsy
Continuous (adj): without interruption or end
Boisterous (adj) noisy and rowdy
Commentary (noun) an explanation or interpretation
Maximum (adj) the highest allowed amount
Vocabulary Unit 10 Word List Excluded (verb)to purposefully leave something out
Cultivate(verb):to grow and care for
Idiom (noun):a figure of speech; an exaggeration
Reluctant (adj):not willing to take action
Beacon (noun)a guiding light or signal
Subordinate (adj):below something else usually in rank
Verdict (noun):a firm decision
Consented (verb/noun):to agree or approve
Convenient (adj):easy or suitable to a particular situation
Abundant (adj):plenty; more than enough
Evolved (verb):to grow or change over time
Deteriorated (verb):to fall apart gradually
Legislation (noun):a law or set of laws
Trait (noun):a quality or characteristic
Clarity (noun):the state of being clear and straightforward
Vocabulary Unit 9 Word List (Quiz on 2/16/18)
Expanse (noun):a wide-open space
Migration (noun):a movement or change of position; usually of many people or animals
Accumulate (verb): to gather or collect
Exaggerate (verb):to say that something is more than it really is; to overstate
Primitive (adj):happening early in history of the world; simple and not complicated
Barren (adj):not producing or creating anything; having no vegetation
Ambition (noun):a strong desire or drive
Extract (verb):to draw something out of something else; to remove
Exploit (verb):to profit from selfishly; to abuse
Dwell (verb):to live somewhere
Economy (noun):an organized money system
Liberate (verb):to set free
Desperate (adj):having an urgent need or desire
Onset (noun):the beginning or start
Deposit (noun/verb):1. Large pieces of metal or rock 2. To deliver and leave an item
Vocabulary Unit 8 (Quiz on 1/19/18)
Adhere (verb):to stick to something; physically or mentally
Apprehensive (adj):unsure about trying something
Arrogant (adj):having too much pride
Awe (noun):a feeling of amazement
Conspicuous (adj):easily seen or noticed
Hoax (noun):something meant to trick others
Encounter (verb):to meet or come across; usually by accident
Former (adj):having come before something; previous
Lure (verb):to attract on purpose
Preliminary (adj):done in preparation for a main event
Propel (verb):to send or move forward with force
Tangible (adj):touchable; real or actual
Capital (noun):1. The city in which the center of the government is located 2. Money or wealth used in business
Dialogue (noun):a conversation between two or more people
Massive (adj):extremely large; usually beyond understanding
Vocabulary Unit 5 Word List 1. Excel ( verb): to outdo or surpass 2. Deplete (verb): to use up 3. Esteem (verb): to honor or think of highly 4. Futile (adj): useless 5. Prominent (adj): well-known or noticeable 6. Eerie (adj): weird, scary, creepy 7. Influence (verb/noun): to have an impact, sway, or affect someone 8. Hazardous (adj): dangerous or risky 9. Monotonous (adj): having very little variety; staying the same; boring 10. Dense (adj): tightly packed in 11. Effect (noun): a result or consequence 12. Quest (noun): a search or pursuit 13. Eclipse (verb): to overshadow or surpass (As a noun, eclipse describes a large blockage of light) 14. Solar (adj): relating to the sun 15. Unique (adj): one of kind
Campaign (noun): a series of operations to accomplish a goal
Drastic (adj): extreme, severe
Elaborate (adj):worked out with great care and attention to detail
Inevitable (adj):unavoidable and necessary
Loathe (verb):to feel intense hate for
Predicament (noun):a difficult situation
Provoke (verb):to enrage or stir up
Retaliate (verb):to get even; to do something to get revenge
Sanctuary (noun):1. A sacred or holy place 2. A safe place
Subsequent (adj):following in order; next
Treacherous (adj):1. Not to be trusted; dishonest 2. Dangerous or hazardous
Vow (verb):to promise or pledge
Siege (noun):a long fight; especially the surrounding of a city
Collide (verb):to crash into
Consequence (noun):the outcome, result, or effect
Vocabulary Unit 3 https://quizlet.com/229636182/flocab-unit-3-15-word-list-flash-cards/ 1. allegiance (noun) loyalty or devotion 2. chronological (adj) occurring or going in order of time 3. context (noun) the background or situation for something 4. diligent (adj) hard-working or thorough 5. generate (verb) to produce or create 6. majority (noun) the greater part or number 7. meager (adj) not enough; inadequate 8. negotiate (verb) to bargain; to try to reach a deal 9. obstacle (noun) something that gets in your way; an obstruction 10. possess (verb) to own, occupy or control 11. poverty (noun) the state of being poor 12. prejudice (noun) judging someone or something before you know much about them; a preconceived attitude 13. prosecute (verb) to accuse or put on trial 14. remote (adj) far out of the way and distant 15. transform (verb) to change