Unit 10 Vocabulary

consequence (n) A result, effect; importance

The consequence of getting bad grades on my report card can result into weeks of being grounded.

engulf (v) To swallow up, overwhelm, consume

Once the smoke started to engulf the area, everyone immediately started running away.

initiative (n) The taking of the first step or move; the ability to act without being directed or urged from the outside

This girl took the initiative to help the teacher pass out materials.

memento (n) Something that serves as a reminder

I will keep this ring as a memento of my grandmother.

nonconformist (n) A person who refuses to follow established ideas or ways of doing things; (adj) of or relating to the unconventional

Because I chose not to go along with the plan, I am considered a nonconformist.

Null and void (adj) without legal force or effect; no longer binding

If you do not follow the rules to our agreement, then our contract becomes null and void.

panorama (n) A wide, unobstructed view of an area; a complete survey of a subject; a continually passing or changing scene; a range or spectrum

My camera allows me to take a panorama of the city.

pry (v) To pull loose by force; to look at closely or inquisitively; to be nosy about something

I had to implement the hammer when I was trying to pry open the container.

resourceful (adj) able to deal promptly and effectively with all sorts of problems; clever in finding ways and means of getting along

Suzy was very resourceful when it come to do-it-yourself projects.

rigorous (adj) sever, harsh, strict; thoroughly logical

The boot camp instructor was very rigorous when it come to following the rules.

Unit 11 Vocabulary

alias (n) An assumed name, especially as used to hide one’s identity; (adv) otherwise called

Superman’s alias name is Clark Kent.

amble (v) To walk slowly, stroll; (n) an easy place; a leisurely walk

It was a serene evening to amble on the beach.

burly (adj) big and strong, muscular

If you are going to compete in weight competitions, it is important to be burly.

distort (v) To give a false or misleading account of; to twist out of shape

The photographer distorted the picture to give it a special effect.

dumbfounded (adj) so amazed that one is unable to speak, bewildered

The little boy was dumbfounded after reading about what happened in the book.

extinct (adj) no longer in existence; no longer active; gone out of use

We must take care of our Earth so certain animals do not become extinct.

parody (n) A humorous or ridiculous imitation; (v) to make fun of something by imitating it

The parody of this painting is copied by many different shows.

replenish (v) To fill again, make good, replace

It is wise to replenish your car so that you are not stranded on the side of the road.

rummage (v) To search through, investigate the contents of; (n) an active search; a collection of odd items

The customers had to rummage through the clearance clothes.

skimp (v) To save, be thrifty; to be extremely sparing with; to give little attention or effort to

I want an ice cream sundae and don’t skimp out on the chocolate.

sleuth (n) A detective

The sleuth was one the trail of fresh foot prints at the crime scene.

Unit 12 Vocabulary

abduct (v) To kidnap, carry off by force

Many people claim to have been abducted by aliens.

compact (adj) closely and firmly packed together; small; (v) to squeeze together; (n) an agreement between two parties; a small case containing a mirror and face powder; a small car

This is a very compact car it is not meant to be a family car. This was the Mayflower Compact. These are various compacts a woman might carry in her bag.

earmark (v) To set aside for special purpose; to mark an animal’s ear for identification; (n) an identifying mark or feature

An earmark on an animal might help the farmer to identify their cattle.

frigid (adj) extremely cold; lacking in warmth or feeling

The frigid temperatures resulted in a deep layer of ice.

implement (n) An instrument, a tool; (v) to put into effect

These implements are helpful in mathematics.

intensive (adj) thorough, deep; showing great effort; concentrated

My poor dog had to be in intensive care after being hit by a car.

maneuver (n) A planned movement; a skillful plan; a scheme; (v) to carry out or perform such a movement

The ship did an emergency breakaway maneuver by USS Winston Churchill.

sabotage (n) An action taken to destroy something or prevent it from working properly; (v) to take such destructive action

The soldier is sabotaging the collection of weapons so the enemy won’t be able to use them anymore.

thrive (v) To grow vigorously; to grow in wealth and possessions

The flower is thriving in the pond.