1. U.S. History Vocabulary Week 1

2. Absurd
Adjective
Definition: contrary to reason; obviously inconsistent with truth or common sense
Synonym: ludicrous, idiotic
Antonym: wise

3. Bedlam Adjective Definition: a state or scene of confusion
Synonym: chaos, pandemonium
Antonym: calm, peaceful

4. Belie Verb Definition: contradict; give a false impression
Synonym: deviate
Antonym: agree

5. Callous Adjective Definition: emotionally hardened, unfeeling
Synonym: unfeeling, insensitive
Antonym: caring

6. Debilitate verb Definition: to make weak or feeble
Synonym: weaken, harm
Antonym: strengthen

7. Drought Noun Definition: a period of time without rain Synonym: N/A
Antonym: deluge

8. Edifice noun Definition: a large or massive building
Synonym: skyscraper
Antonym: shack, shanty

9. Fabricate verb Definition: to make or manufacture, Synonym: invent
Antonym: destroy

10. Hamper
verb
Definition: to obstruct
Synonym: hinder
Antonym: aid

11. Jeopardize verb Definition: to expose to loss or injury; to risk
Synonym: risk, hazard
Antonym: secure

12. Omit
verb
Definition: to leave out
Synonym: neglect
Antonym: admit