Vocab for Christmas Cactus, Growing Pains, Newsela Tree Article

sill

• noun - the vertical piece at the side of a window

• noun - the horizontal piece at the bottom of a window which forms/creates a ledge

• noun - the top part of a window frame

• noun - a decorative element above a window

wither(ed)

• to become/make dry and shriveled

• to grow rapidly and flourish

• to become wet and soggy

• to expand and increase in size

version

• noun - a slightly different or updated form of something

• verb - to change something completely

• adjective - relating to a specific type or category

• adverb - in a manner that is not clear

ragged

• adjective - worn and used looking

• noun - a type of fabric

• verb - to tear or rip

• adverb - in a rough manner

record

• noun - information that is written or recorded for future use

• verb - to create a sound or image for future playback

• noun - a document that proves ownership

• verb - to erase or delete information

reliable

• adjective - able to be trusted

• noun - a person who is trustworthy

• verb - to rely on something

• adverb - in a dependable manner

vow(ed)

• verb - to promise

• noun - a type of flower

• adjective - very loud

• adverb - quickly

affect(s)

• to influence or change something

• to remain unchanged

• to ignore or overlook

• to create or produce something

sediment(s)

• noun - solid material that settles/drops to the bottom of a liquid

• liquid material that evaporates into the air

• gaseous substance that forms clouds

• organic matter that decomposes in soil

rush

• a sudden increase in speed

• a period of busy activity

• a feeling of excitement

• a type of competition