1. Hillside Elementary School
Vocabulary
Hillside Elementary School

2. Establish Definition: To set up permanently Sentence:
Mrs. Cohle established rules on the first day of school.

3. Decipher Definition: To figure out the meaning of something puzzling
Sentence:
Mrs. Pechin tried to decipher the sloppy handwriting.

4. Perplex Definition: To confuse Sentence:
Joey was perplexed by the poor directions.

5. Exquisite Definition: Very lovely; the highest quality Sentence:
The ice skater practiced so much that her routine was exquisite.

6. Frugal Definition: Not wasting, using just enough Sentence:
We have to be frugal with our glue so that it doesn’t run out.

7. Jubilant Definition: Really happy Sentence:
There was a jubilant feeling in Philadelphia when the Eagles won the Superbowl.

8. Repercussion Definition: Consequence Sentence:
Mrs. Bruce said that not doing homework would have serious repercussions.

9. Recruit Definition: Try to get someone to join a group Sentence:
Villanova will recruit the best basketball players.

10. Terrifying Definition: Very scary Sentence:
The haunted house was terrifying.

11. Devoted Definition: Dedicated, spending a lot of time on something
Sentence:
The students of Hillside are devoted Eagles fans.

12. Unique Definition: Special and different Sentence:
Bats are unique because they are mammals who fly.

13. Livid Definition: Really mad Sentence:
I was livid when the dog ruined the project I spent three weeks building.

14. Appreciate Definition: To be thankful for; to value something
Sentence:
Dr. Smith appreciates when her students are good listeners.

15. Aggravate Definition: Make angry by bothering again and again
Sentence:
Tommy was aggravating Paige when he wouldn’t stop talking while she was reading.

16. Marvel Definition: Something wonderful Sentence:
The Grand Canyon is a marvel because it is so huge.

17. Bustling Definition: Moving about busily and noisily Sentence:
The stores are bustling with shoppers returning holiday gifts.

18. Predicament Definition: A difficult situation Sentence:
Ryan was in a predicament when he realized he hadn’t studied.

19. Sympathetic Definition: Being sensitive to other people’s feelings
Sentence:
Mrs. Briggs-Blomer was sympathetic when she found out Ashley broke her arm.

20. Reluctant Definition: Not wanting to do something Sentence:
Jacob was reluctant to go on stage in front of the whole school.

21. Speculate Definition: To think or wonder about something Sentence:
The class will speculate about what book Ms. Lucy will read.

22. Exemplary Definition: So good that it is an example to copy Sentence:
Mrs. Dunn hung up the exemplary paper that Jo-Jo wrote.

23. Admire Definition: To look up to Sentence:
Emily admires her mother for being so kind.

24. Apprehensive Definition: Worried Sentence:
Matt was apprehensive about starting in a new school this year.

25. Ravenous Definition: Really hungry Sentence:
Sean was ravenous by lunch time since he didn’t eat breakfast.

26. Inquire Definition: To ask about Sentence:
Ms. Little inquired about which students did their homework.

27. Generous Definition: Giving to others; sharing freely Sentence:
Mrs. Thompson’s generous students were rewarded for their kindness.

28. Suspicious Definition: Not trusting Sentence:
Mrs. Braun had a suspicious feeling about the stranger in the parking lot.

29. Devious Definition: Sneaky Sentence:
The devious criminal tried to hide from the police.

30. Beneficial Definition: Good; makes something better Sentence:
It is beneficial to practice before a performance.

31. Endeavor Definition: Try, to work toward a goal Sentence:
Ms. Haines endeavors to help students do their best.

32. Comical Definition: Funny Sentence:
The dog looked comical when he was running from the cat.

33. Incompetent Definition: Not able to do a job Sentence:
The boy felt incompetent when he was unable to climb the tall tree with his friend.

34. Enthusiastic Definition: Excited Sentence:
We are all enthusiastic about participating in field day.

35. Prohibited Definition: Not allowed, banned Sentence:
Skateboarding is prohibited in the school.

36. Deceive Definition: To mislead, trick or lie to someone Sentence:
Dr. Strohmetz was disappointed that the student tried to deceive her.

37. Linger Definition: To stay behind, hang back Sentence:
If you linger on the way to your special, you will be late.

38. Conclude Definition: To come to an end Sentence:
This school year will conclude in just a few more days.