Vocabulary Workshop Level C Unit 1

bonanza

• (n.) a source of wealth or prosperity

• (n.) a type of mineral

• (n.) a small amount of profit

• (n.) a method of mining

laggard

• A person who moves quickly and efficiently

• A person who is always ahead of others

• A person who moves slowly or falls behind

• A person who is very active and responsive

churlish

• (adj.) Lacking politeness or good manners; lacking sensitivity; difficult to work with or deal with; rude

• (adj.) Cheerful and friendly; easy to work with

• (adj.) Highly skilled and proficient; expert in a field

• (adj.) Reserved and introverted; shy and quiet

wrangle

• (v.) to quarrel or argue in a noisy, angry way; to obtain by argument; to herd; (n.) a noisy quarrel

• (v.) to negotiate peacefully; to discuss calmly; (n.) a friendly conversation

• (v.) to gather information quietly; to observe without interference; (n.) a silent agreement

• (v.) to create a plan; to organize efficiently; (n.) a structured meeting

rubble

• (n.) broken stone or bricks; ruins

• (n.) a type of fabric used in construction

• (n.) a tool for measuring distances

• (n.) a decorative stone used in landscaping

plaudits

• (n. pl.) applause; enthusiastic praise or approval

• (n. pl.) a type of musical instrument

• (n. pl.) a form of criticism or disapproval

• (n. pl.) a legal term for a formal agreement

citadel

• A type of ancient weapon

• A fortress that overlooks and protects a city

• A form of government

• A style of architecture

vigil

• (n.) a watch, especially at night; any period of watchful attention

• (n.) a type of nocturnal animal

• (n.) a period of deep sleep

• (n.) a celebration or festival

jostle

• (v.) to make or force one's way by pushing or elbowing; to bump, brush against; to compete for

• (v.) to stand still and observe; to watch without interference

• (v.) to retreat or withdraw from a situation; to back away

• (v.) to negotiate or discuss terms in a calm manner

collaborate

• (v.) To work with, work together.

• (v.) To compete against others.

• (v.) To ignore or avoid interaction.

• (v.) To work independently without assistance.