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Eng 11 Vocab 2
"advancing" vocab chapter 2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| collaborate | to work together, cooperate in an effort |
| despondent | dejected, hopeless, overwhelmed with sadness |
| instigate | to bring about by moving others to action; stir up |
| resilient | able to recover quickly from harm, illness, or misfortune |
| retrospect | reviewing the past; considering past events |
| rudimentary | fundamental, necessary to learn first |
| scoff | to make fun of, mock or refuse to take seriously |
| squelch | to silence or suppress; crush |
| venerate | to respect deeply, revere |
| zealot | a person totally devoted to a purpose or a cause |