Unit 4 Vocabulary Review: 11th grade

Front

What does the word 'incite' mean?

Back

To provoke or stir up (an action or feeling).

Front

Provide a synonym for 'incite'.

Back

Instigate.

Front

What is the meaning of 'irreconcilable'?

Back

Not able to be reconciled; incompatible.

Front

Give an example of a situation that could be described as 'irreconcilable'.

Back

A conflict between two parties that cannot be resolved.

Front

Define 'pinnacle'.

Back

The highest point or peak.

Front

What is a synonym for 'pinnacle'?

Back

Summit.

Front

How can 'incite' be used in a sentence?

Back

The speech was designed to incite the crowd to action.

Front

What is the opposite of 'irreconcilable'?

Back

Reconciliable.

Front

In what context might you use the word 'pinnacle'?

Back

In discussing someone's career achievements, e.g., 'Winning the award was the pinnacle of her career.'

Front

What part of speech is 'incite'?

Back

Verb.