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Unit 15 Vocabulary
Schwa + r and r-Influenced e in Accented Syllables er, ear, ere
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| adhere | to hold fast or stick by or as if by gluing, suction, grasping, or fusing |
| mercy | Compassion or sympathy shown to someone (especially to an offender) |
| bleary | dull, tired, or unfocused |
| rehearse | to say again; repeat |
| eerie | so mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine |
| endear | cause to be loved or liked |
| revere | feel deep respect or admiration for (something) |
| unheard | not heard or listened to |
| leery | cautious or wary due to realistic suspicions |
| weary | feeling or showing tiredness, especially as a result of excessive exertion or lack of sleep |