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Vocabulary Words
Vocabulary Words from mentor texts throughout the year!
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| ferocity | (n) the quality of being fierce or intense |
| elective | (n) a subject or course of study that a student can choose to take, usually in addition to required courses |
| conviction | (n) the state of showing that one is firmly convinced of what one believes or says |
| scowl | (n) frown in an angry or bad-tempered way |
| portly | (adj) rather heavy or fat; largely large |
| linger | (v) stay in a place longer than necessary because of a reluctance to leave |
| -ly | having qualities of (words into adjectives/adverbs) |
| -ing | makes verbs present |
| -tion | the state, action, or result of |
| pensively | (adv) In a thoughtful or reflective way, often with a hint of sadness |
| dignitaries | (n) Important people, often those with authority or status |
| barrage | (n) A rapid and continuous attacking or outpouring of something (like punches) |
| husky | (adj) Strong and muscular, often referring to a person’s build |
| tenement | (n) A large building divided into apartments, especially in a poor part of a city |
| -s/-es | makes nouns plural |
| -ment | the result or product of the action |
| waltzes | (v) To dance; to move in a carefree or effortless manner |
| prodigy | (n) A person, especially a young one, with extraordinary abilities or talents. |
| signify | (v) To mean or represent something. |
| organdy | (adj) A fine, thin cotton fabric that is often used in formal wear. |
| quicksilver | (n) Another name for mercury; also used metaphorically to describe something that is unpredictable, fast-moving, or changeable. |
| glockenspiel | (n) A musical instrument composed of a set of tuned metal bars arranged in a keyboard-like layout and played with small hammers, producing bright, bell-like sounds. |
| ponder | (v) To think deeply or carefully about something. |
| peril | (n) Serious and immediate danger; a situation that poses a threat to one's safety or well-being. |
| stringent | (adj) Very strict, precise, and demanding in terms of regulations, requirements, or conditions. |
| rebates | (n) Partial refunds or returns of money after a purchase, usually as a means of rewarding customers. |
| proactive | (adj) making things happen, instead of waiting for them to happen. |
| conserving | (v) Preserving or protecting something, especially natural resources or energy, by using it carefully and efficiently. |
| inducing | (v) to cause or bring about something; to persuade someone to do something. |
| harboring | (v) to give shelter or refuge to someone or something; to keep a thought or feeling (usually negative) in one's mind. |
| prohibit | (v) to formally forbid something by law, rule, or other authority |
| immunizations | (n) medical treatments or procedures that provide immunity to specific diseases, usually through vaccines. |
| hypochondriac | (n) a person who is excessively anxious about their health, often believing they are ill when they are not. |
| nefarious | (adj) wicked or criminal in nature. |
| inexplicably | (adv) unable to be explained or understood |
| transfixed | (adj) to be motionless with amazement or fear. |
| metamorphosis | (n) a major change in the form or nature of something or someone. |
| antagonism | (n) active hostility or opposition. |
| idiosyncrasy | (n) a peculiar behavior or trait specific to an individual. |
| intermix | (v) mix together |
| tidal wave | (n) large waves caused by the gravitational pull of the moon or other forces |
| drenched | (v) wet thoroughly |
| apparatus | (n) the technical equipment or machinery needed for a particular activity or purpose |
| resilient | (adj) strong and able to recover quickly |
| in- | not, in, or on |
| multitude | (n) a large number of people or things |
| wonderment | (n) a state of admiration or respect |
| haughty | (adj) arrogantly superior |
| visage | (n) a person’s face |
| scornful | (adj) feeling or expressing dislike |
| -ful | full of |
| multi- | multiple |
| rigorous | (adj) Strict, severe, or harsh in quality, conditions, or action |
| designate | (v) To appoint someone or something to a specific role or purpose, or to indicate or specify something. |
| epidemic | (n) A widespread occurrence of an infectious disease affecting many individuals in a community at the same time. |
| ligaments | (n) Strong, flexible bands of tissue that connect bones or hold organs in place. |
| convenient | (adj) making life easier or more comfortable. |
| isolate | (v) to separate or set apart from others. |
| application | (n) a program or piece of software designed to perform a specific task or set of tasks |
| enhance | (v) to improve or increase the quality, value, or attractiveness of something. |
| streaming | (n) the act of transmitting or receiving data over a computer network as a steady, continuous flow. |
| habitual | (adj) done or doing constantly or as a habit; usual. |
| egotism | (n) the practice of talking and thinking about oneself excessively because of an undue sense of self-importance; self-centredness |
| intricate | (adj) very complicated or detailed. |
| staunchest | (adj) the most loyal and committed in attitude |
| plodder | (n) a person who walks or works in a slow and persevering yet uninspired manner. |
| impotent | (adj) unable to take effective action; helpless or powerless. |
| gait | (n) a person's manner of walking. |
| vengeance | (n) punishment inflicted for an injury or wrong; revenge. |
| abscond | (v) leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection or arrest. |
| vain | (adj) having or showing an excessively high opinion of one's appearance, abilities, or worth. |
Created by:
Ms. Hopkins
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