Core ELA Vocab Lesson 3

Definition of Blameworthy

• commendable
• praiseworthy
• deserving blame or censure; culpable
• laudable

Definition of Catastrophe

• A catastrophe is a sudden and widespread disaster or misfortune that causes significant damage or loss.

• A catastrophe is a planned event that brings joy and celebration.
• A catastrophe is a type of delicious dessert.
• A catastrophe is a term used to describe a successful business venture.

Definition of Defect

• A defect is a feature that exceeds the specified requirements or standards.
• A defect is a temporary issue that does not impact the overall product quality.
• A defect is a lack of something for completeness or perfection; a fault; an imperfection.

• A defect is a subjective opinion rather than an objective flaw.

Definition of Chide

• To encourage or support
• To express disapproval; to scold.

• To ignore or overlook
• To praise or commend

Definition of Falsehood

• Falsehood is a statement that is true.
• Falsehood is a statement that is partially true.
• Falsehood is a statement that is subjective.
• Falsehood is a statement is a lie that is untrue or incorrect.

Definition of filch

• To return something stolen
• To steal something of small value in a casual way.
• To borrow something temporarily
• To give something away for free

Definition of Lethal

• Incapable of causing harm
• Harmless
• Capable of causing death
• Beneficial

Definition of Perimeter

• Perimeter is the total distance around the outside of a shape.
• Perimeter is the volume of a shape.
• Perimeter is the distance between two points in a shape.
• Perimeter is the area inside a shape.

Definition of Recurrent

• Never occurring
• Only happening in the past
• Happening once in a while
• Occurring often or repeatedly; happening again

Definition of Tedious

• Brief, stimulating, and entertaining
• Long, tiresome, and boring due to being repetitive or monotonous
• Quick, interesting, and captivating
• Short, engaging, and exciting