1. By: Sad’e Whittle English 10 May 1,2011

2. Verb-attack, usually with words, criticize (someone or something)harshly Lambaste The coach lambasted the team for their lack of effort.

3. Noun- a situation in which no progress is possible, esp. because of disagreement; a deadlock IMPASSE Because my friend hit my brother, we experienced an impasse, which lead me to slap her in the face.

4. Noun- slang JARGON Even though my mom said that I have to avoid jargon, it is difficult to obey because it is very common among teens.

5. Verb-prevent, block DETER My cousin, who enjoys yelling at us, will not deter us from leaving the house.

6. Adj-weak,thin TENUOUS Adam, a very tenuous kid, came to school Very tired which caused him to sleep During class.

7. Adj-energetic, powerful VIGOROUS I watched the very vigorous man Hit the girl in her face, because she Dropped his soda.

8. Noun-friendship AMITY My friend and I have and amity Because we respect each like We should.

9. Noun-high seriousness GRAVITAS My dog has a lot of gravitas because Of the face he makes at the people When they walk in the bar.

10. Adj-assertive, confident EMPHATIC My family were emphatic about repeat The trip to Disney because we had fun on The rides.

11. Adj-showing strong feeling; forceful, passionate, or intense VEHEMENT His kiss was soft, but vehement Because he did it so passionately.

12. Adj-superior, outstanding, distinguished, above the rest PREEMINENT King Author was preeminent because He took charge and he was above the Rest of his people.

13. Noun -rebirth RESURGENCE It has been an honor being a part Of the resurgence at Lindenwold High school because I feel as though I Made it a better place.