Uncommon Vocabulary

What is the meaning of "kerfuffle"?

• a type of stew

• to fluff up someone's hair

• commotion, fuss or uproar

• a peaceful group of people

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is the meaning of "gobbledygook"?

• to be confusing

• something eaten very quickly

• something yummy to eat

• something that tastes terribel

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What is the meaning of "serendipity"?

• A planned event that leads to success.
• A scientific principle

• The chance events that end up in a happy way.

• A terrible outcome resulting from poor choices.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is the meaning of "widdershins"?

• Clockwise or in the same direction

• a dance move

• Moving in a straight line

• Counterclockwise or in the opposite direction

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is the meaning of "hullabaloo"?

• A quiet gathering
• A delicious food dish
• A type of dance
• A commotion or fuss, often noisy or excited.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is the meaning of "lollygag"

• To enjoy a leisurely walk
• To plan a detailed schedule
• To waste time.

• To engage in serious work

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is the meaning of "vex"?

• To confuse or mislead.
• To entertain or amuse.
• To calm or soothe.
• To annoy or frustrate.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4