U.S. History Vocabulary Week 1
Absurd Adjective Definition: contrary to reason; obviously inconsistent with truth or common sense Synonym: ludicrous, idiotic Antonym: wise
Bedlam Adjective Definition: a state or scene of confusion Synonym: chaos, pandemonium Antonym: calm, peaceful
Belie Verb Definition: contradict; give a false impression Synonym: deviate Antonym: agree
Callous Adjective Definition: emotionally hardened, unfeeling Synonym: unfeeling, insensitive Antonym: caring
Debilitate verb Definition: to make weak or feeble Synonym: weaken, harm Antonym: strengthen
Drought Noun Definition: a period of time without rain Synonym: N/A Antonym: deluge
Edifice noun Definition: a large or massive building Synonym: skyscraper Antonym: shack, shanty
Fabricate verb Definition: to make or manufacture, Synonym: invent Antonym: destroy
Hamper verb Definition: to obstruct Synonym: hinder Antonym: aid
Jeopardize verb Definition: to expose to loss or injury; to risk Synonym: risk, hazard Antonym: secure
Omit verb Definition: to leave out Synonym: neglect Antonym: admit