Vocab Unit 2 (Level G Sadlier)

Define: Accost

• To ignore someone completely.
• To walk away from a conversation.
• To approach and speak to someone boldly or aggressively.
• To compliment someone politely.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Define: animadversion

• A positive remark about someone's work.
• A neutral observation without judgment.
• An irrelevant comment on a different topic.
• A comment indicating strong dislike, disapproval.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Define: Avid

• enthusiastic
• indifferent
• apathetic
• disinterested

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Define: Brackish

• water that is a mix of fresh and salt water.

• Water that is completely salty
• Water that is completely fresh
• Water that is only found in lakes

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Define : Devious

• someone who is always truthful.

• acting in a shifty or menacing way

• a direct and clear approach to problem-solving

• straightforward and honest in actions

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Define: gambit

• a type of chess piece.

• a strategic move or action, often involving a sacrifice, made to gain an advantage.

• s to a financial investment strategy.

• a form of dance or performance.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

define : halcyon

• a cold and harsh winter.

• a mythical bird that brings storms.

• a peaceful and happy period.

• a time of chaos and unrest.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

define : histrionic

• a type of musical instrument.

• very dramatic or theatrical.

• calm and reserved in behavior.

• a term used for a specific genre of literature.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

define: incendiary

• Incendiary is a term used for cold weather conditions.
• Incendiary means a peaceful and calming presence.
• Incendiary refers to a type of fire extinguisher.
• Incendiary means capable of causing fire or provoking conflict.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

define: maelstrom

• A powerful whirlpool or a state of confusion and chaos.
• A historical battle or conflict.
• A type of marine animal.
• A gentle breeze or calm sea.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4