1. ROOT: VOC/VOK MEANING: Voice, to speak, to call
Week 16 Vocabulary
ROOT: VOC/VOK
MEANING: Voice, to speak, to call

2. Voc/Vok: voice, speak, to call
Voucher
Vociferous
Convocation
Revoked
Provoke
compile
Vocalize
Avocation
Advocate
Illustrate

3. 1. Vociferous (adj)
expressing feelings or opinions in a very loud or forceful way
Clark was very vociferous when he got angry and started defending his passion for Nike shoes.

4. 2. Vouchers (n)
a small printed piece of paper that entitles the holder to a discount or that may be exchanged for goods or services.
Michael got a voucher for a hair washing session at Slam Salon.

5. 3. Provoke (v) To cause anger or annoyance
Robin angrily yelled at Rob after he pulled her hair to provoke her.

6. 4. Convocation (n) A large group of people called together
The society of food lovers (SFL) held a convocation for all their members to meet and discuss important matters.

7. 5. Avocation (n)
a hobby
When Kyle isn’t working his avocation is photography.

8. 6. Advocate (n)
a person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy.
Dylan is an advocate for animal rights and the environment because he is very caring and thoughtful.

9. 7. Vocalize (v) To make your voice heard
Judy attempted to vocalize her hatred for technology to her friends, but they were too busy texting.

10. 8. Revoke (v)
To take back
The company revoked Kyle’s administration position after they found out that he was lying and stealing.

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12. 9. Compile (v) Collect information and put it together
When doing research you must compile reliable sources to create a works cited page.

13. 10. Illustrate (v) Use images to explain something
Illustrate your idea by using examples and details.