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Level A Unit 3

Level A unit 3

TermDefinitionSynonyonAntonymsWord Usage
barrage a rapid, large outpouring of something bombardmen (blank) The governor faced a _________ of questions about possible budget cuts.
bigot a predjudiced or biased person racist Like a typical ________, he believes that any customs different from his own are wrong.
designate To point out; to appoint name, choos (blank) Even before the President took office, he _________ the men and women who were to serve in his cabinet.
diversity variety; many differenty types or forms dissimilarity similar The rich _________ of plant and animal life in a tropical rain forest never seases to amaze me.
enigma someone or something that is extremely puzzling mystery (blank) I don't understand whet he is aiming at or why he behaves as he does. His whole personality is an ___________ to me.
gloat to take great personal joy in. relish, revel in regret I will try not to __________ about winning a scholarship to music camp.
global relating to or involving the entire world worldwide local E-mail and internet have linked the entire world in a ________ village.
illusion a false idea; something that one seems to see but does not really exist. fantasy reality The artist often used optical ________.
infuriate to make very angry madden pacify It _________ most parents when their children refuse to listen to them and treat them with disrespect.
motivate to provide with a reason for doing; to push on to some goal. prompt discourage What is the best way to ___________ students to do their best work?
pacifist one who is against war or violence peacemaker warmonger Is it possible to be a _________in a world where so many people are using force to take unfair advantage of others?
queue A line of people waiting for something line disorganized crowd Eager fans ________ up hours before the box office opens, hoping to get the best tickets.
restrict to keep with set linits; to confine hold back open up, enlarge Doctors often advise patients to ________ their intake of of fatty or salty foods
sage a very wise person sagacious foolish My father always gives my _________ advise when I am struggling with a decision
slake to relieve or bring to an end; to satisfy quench increase Nothing can __________ my thirst better than a tall glass of ice water.
terrain landscape, especially considered with regard to its physical features or fitness for some use ground (blank) Mountain bikes are designed to stand up to even the most rugged terrain.
vocation a trade, profession or occupation or special calling for one's work career hobby After many years of searching, she found her true ________ as a horse trainer.
vow a solemn or sacred promise or pledge word of honor The bride and groom ______to love, honor and respect each other.
waylay to lie in wait for and attack; ambush entrap (blank) Thugs often choose to _________ travelers as the wearily make their way back home.
wither to dry up, wilt, sag shrivel bloom Without water, the flowers will _______ up and die.
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