Vocabulary Words - Unit 8 10th Grade

What is the meaning of 'temporary'?

• Lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent.

• Existing for a long time; enduring.

• Able to be changed or modified easily.

• Permanent and unchanging.

What does the word 'impediment' mean?

• Barrier

• Obstacle

• Advantage

• Facilitator

What is the meaning of 'advantage'?

• A condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position.

• A disadvantage that hinders progress.

• A neutral situation with no impact on outcomes.

• An opportunity that is equally available to all.

What does the term 'vested' mean?

• Significant to one's own profit or well-being

• Relating to a legal obligation

• A type of investment strategy

• A form of clothing or attire

What does 'luxurious' mean?

• A state of being very poor and uncomfortable.

• Extremely comfortable, elegant, or enjoyable, especially in a way that involves great expense.

• A term used to describe something that is cheap and low quality.

• A feeling of being bored and uninterested.

Explain 'stake' in a personal context.

• A share or interest in a situation, especially a financial one.

• A type of investment that guarantees returns.

• A personal opinion on a matter.

• A legal term for ownership rights.

What does 'practical' mean?

• Concerned with actual use or practice; useful.

• Theoretical and abstract in nature.

• Difficult to understand or apply.

• Unrelated to real-world situations.

Define 'benefit'.

• An advantage or profit gained from something.

• A type of financial loss.

• A legal obligation to pay taxes.

• A method of reducing expenses.

What does the word 'expedient' mean?

• Providing results quickly; practical and effective

• Causing delay or hindrance

• Lacking in effectiveness or efficiency

• Unnecessary and irrelevant

Define 'irrelevant'.

• Not connected with or relevant to something.

• Related to the topic at hand.

• Important and significant to the discussion.

• Directly applicable to the matter being considered.