Critical Vocabulary (3-9-25)

plunges

• something that rises steadily

• something that falls or is thrown in a certain direction

• something that floats on water

• something that is thrown upwards

extraordinarily

• very unusual or remarkable in some way

• somewhat common or ordinary

• slightly interesting

• extremely boring

unsurpassed

• there is nothing that is better

• it is of average quality

• it is below expectations

• it is commonly found

stir

• to mix ingredients together

• to create a strong feeling, such as excitement or shock

• to calm someone down

• to prepare a meal quickly

cruising

• you are traveling in a boat for fun

• you are racing in a car

• you are hiking in the mountains

• you are flying in an airplane

necessary

• something that is optional

• something that is needed, you can't do without it

• something that is easy to obtain

• something that is rarely used