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Unit 11 Blue Book
Sadier-Oxford Blue Vocabulary and Spelling Book
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| absurd | making no sense at all, going completely against or having no reason |
| avalanche | a large mass of snow, ice, rocks, or other material sliding or falling swiftly down a mountainside; something resembling such an event |
| classify | to group or label in an organized way |
| ensure | to make sure, safe, or certain'; to guarantee |
| navigate | to plan and steer the course of a vessel or vehicle; to make ones way, get around |
| nestle | to settle down comfortably; to hold lovingly |
| plea | an urgent request for help; the answer given in a law court by a person accused of a crime |
| principle | a basic rule or law on which others are based; a belief used to tell right from wrong |
| realistic | using facts and good sense to evaluate people, things, or situations; concerned with the practical; resembling real life |
| security | freedom from danger, fear, or doubt; safety |
| selective | very careful about choosing or using |
| tart | having a sharp or sour taste; sharp in manner or tone a small pie, usually filled with fruit |