Vocabulary Lesson 4

antipathy

• a. a strong feeling of dislike

• b. a deep sense of love

• c. a state of confusion

• d. a feeling of indifference

audio

• adj. of or relating to the sound that is heard on a recording or broadcast.

• adj. related to visual images and graphics.

• adj. pertaining to written text and literature.

• adj. concerning physical movement and action.

auditorium

• a small room for private meetings

• a large room or building where people gather to hear a speech or watch a performance

• a type of musical instrument

• a place where books are stored

antiseptic

• a substance that prevents infection in a wound by killing bacteria

• a type of bandage used for wounds

• a medication that reduces pain

• a cream that promotes healing

antibody

• A substance produced by the body to fight disease.

• A type of virus that causes flu.

• A medication used to treat infections.

• A vaccine that prevents all diseases.

audition

• n. a short performance to show the talents of someone (such as an actor or musician). Auditions for the talent show will be held after school on Wednesday.

• n. a type of musical instrument used in orchestras.

• n. a formal examination of a person's qualifications.

• n. a rehearsal for a theatrical performance.

antisocial

• adj. friendly and outgoing; enjoys socializing with others.

• adj. violent or harmful to people; not friendly to other people.

• adj. very talkative and engaging in conversations.

• adj. someone who prefers to be alone but is not harmful.

antidote

• a substance that stops the harmful effects of a poison

• a type of medicine that causes illness

• a method of treating injuries

• a food that enhances health

audible

• adj. heard or able to be heard

• adj. not able to be heard

• adj. loud and clear

• adj. soft and quiet

audience

• n. a group of people who gather together to listen to or watch something; the people who watch, read, or listen to something.

• n. a type of performance art that involves storytelling and acting.

• n. a collection of written works that are published together.

• n. a group of individuals who critique and review artistic performances.