A Retrieved Reformation by O. Henry Week 5 vocabulary A Retrieved Reformation by O. Henry

virtuous Molly is a virtuous woman who has dedicated her life to helping others. POS: adj. Student definition based on CC (contexts clues). Definition: morally good; honorable Synonyms: honest, noble, honorable Antonyms: vile, wicked, dishonest

compulsory It is compulsory that people show identification before being allowed to board a commercial aircraft. POS: adj. Student definition based on CC (contexts clues). Definition: forced; required Synonyms: imperative, mandatory, necessary Antonyms: inessential, optional, unnecessary

rehabilitate After I my car accident, I had to attend physical therapy to rehabilitate the muscles in my back and neck. POS: verb Student definition based on CC (contexts clues). Definition: to restore to useful life, as though therapy and education Synonyms: improve, mend, reconstruct Antonyms: break, damage, harm, destroy

balk My dog will balk to go outside when the weather is bad because he is terrified of the thunder and lightning. POS: verb Student definition based on CC (contexts clues). Definition: to refuse to move or act Synonyms: recoil, refuse, turn down Antonyms: accept, face, meet

eminent Because Dr. Doctor is one of the most eminent physicians in town, it is almost impossible to get an appointment without a referral. POS: adj. Student definition based on CC (contexts clues). Definition: famous; well-respected Synonyms: esteemed, outstanding, renowned Antonyms: common, ordinary, unknown

genially The trainer genially approached the anxious horse, and he was able to calm the animal down with his kind words. POS: adv. Student definition based on CC (contexts clues). Definition: in a pleasant, friendly manner Synonyms: graciously, tenderly, affectionately Antonyms: disagreeably, inconsiderately, unkindly

retribution Because there was a food fight with all students involved, the principal’s retribution was to cancel recess. POS: noun Student definition based on CC (contexts clues). Definition: punishment for bad behavior Synonyms: retaliation, justice, compensation Antonyms: forgiveness, sympathy, pardon

elusive The elusive dog ran every time he saw a human until he met Lady who took him back to her loving family. POS: adj. Student definition based on CC (contexts clues). Definition: tending to elude capture Synonyms: tricky, slippery Antonyms: definite, honest, stable

saunter Although the dog was being chased by the pound employee, he chose to saunter down the street as if he didn’t have a care in the world. POS: verb Student definition based on CC (contexts clues). Definition: to stroll in a casual manner Synonyms: amble, roam, toddle, wander Antonyms: go direct, stay, rush, run, hurry

unperceived The deep wound was unperceived by the nurse on the first look, but was found during a deeper exam. POS: adj. Student definition based on CC (contexts clues). Definition: not seen or noticed Synonyms: imaginary, invisible, unnoticed Antonyms: seen, open, visible

Evaluate Evaluate which source will give you information on working with animals. POS: verb Student definition based on CC (contexts clues). Definition: Judge the worth of something or a situation Synonyms: assess, gage, weigh, estimate, calculate