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Wordly Wise 6 L8
Saagawea's Great Adventure
Term | Definition |
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Accompany | v. 1.To go along with; to be together. 2. To play a musical instrument for or with. |
Beneficial | adj. Being of use; helpful; favorable. |
Captive | n. One that is held prisoner. adj. Unable to escape or get away. n. The state of being held against one's will; lost of freedom. |
Convenient | adj. Suitable for one's needs; making life easier or more comfortable. n. Anything that makes life easier or more comfortable. |
Ecstasy | n. A strong feeling of emotion, especially joy. adj. Full of or causing ecstasy. |
Expanse | n. A wide, open area or surface; a stretch. |
Expedition | n. 1. A long journey by a group to explore or do battle. 2. A group that makes such a journey. |
Inept | adj. 1. Clumsily or awkwardly expressed; not suitable for the occasion. 2. Lacking in skill or ability. |
Interpret | v. 1. To translate into another language. 2. To explain the meaning of. 3. To understand in one's own way. |
Invaluable | adj. Too valuable to measure; priceless. |
Linger | v. To be slow in leaving or going away. |
Retrieve | v. 1. To get back; to recover. 2. To find and bring back. |
Skirmish | n. A minor fight or battle. v. To take part in such a fight. |
Supplement | n. Something added to make up for something missing v. To add to.. |
Territory | n.1. A particular area of land. 2. A land area under control of a particular group or government. |