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Grade 6 ELA
Vocab Unit 12
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Abduct | to kidnap, carry off by force |
| ambiguous | Not clear; having two or more possible meanings |
| balk | to stop short and refuse to go on; to trade abruptly; to prevent from happening; an illegal motion made by a pitcher |
| Compact | closely and firmly packed together; small; to squeeze together; an agreement between parties; a small case containing a mirror and face powder; a small car |
| confer | to consult, talk over, exchange opinions; to present as a gift, favor, or honor |
| Earmark | to set aside for a special purpose, to mark an animal’a ear for identification; an identifying mark or feature |
| Frigid | extremely cold; lacking in warmth or feeling |
| implement | an instrument, tool; to put into effect |
| incalculabe | too great to be counted; unpredictable; uncertain |
| indisputable | beyond question or argument; definitely true |
| Intensive | Thorough, deep; showing great effort; concentrated |
| maneuver | a planned movement; a skillful plan; a scheme; to perform or carry out such a planned movement |
| sabotage | an action taken to destroy something or to prevent it from working properly; to take such destructive action |
| scant | not enough; barely enough; marked by a small or insufficient amount |
| stealthy | done in a way so as not to be seen or observed; sneaky, underhanded |
| strapping | tall, strong, and healthy |
| strident | harsh, shrill; unpleasant sounding |
| Thrive | to grow vigorously; to grow in wealth and possessions |
| titanic | of enormous size, serenade, power, or scope |
| valiant | Possessing or acting with bravery or boldness |