Grade 2
Accident
ac·ci·dent
noun
an unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, typically resulting in damage or injury.
an event that happens by chance or that is without apparent or deliberate cause.
Delicate
del·i·cate
adjective
very fine in texture or structure; of intricate workmanship or quality.
easily broken or damaged; fragile.
requiring sensitive or careful handling
noun
a delicate fabric or garment made of such fabric
Destructive
de·struc·tive
adjective
causing great and irreparable harm or damage.
tending to refute or disparage; negative and unhelpful
Suspend
sus·pend
verb
temporarily prevent from continuing or being in force or effect
hang (something) from somewhere
Deteriorate
de·te·ri·o·rate
verb
become progressively worse.
Instrument
in·stru·ment
noun
a tool or implement, especially one for delicate or scientific work.
a measuring device used to gauge the level, position, speed, etc. of something, especially a motor vehicle or aircraft
an object or device for producing musical sounds
verb
equip (something) with measuring instruments
Consider
con·sid·er
verb
think carefully about (something), typically before making a decision
think about and be drawn towards (a course of action)
regard (something or someone) as having a specified quality.
Recognize
rec·og·nize
verb
identify (someone or something) from having encountered them before; know again.
Acknowledge the existence, validity, or legality of.
pre·serve
verb
Maintain (something) in its original or existing state.
noun
a sweet food made with fruit preserved in sugar, such as jam or marmalade.
a sphere of activity regarded as being reserved for a particular person or group.
Predicament
pre·dic·a·ment
noun
a difficult, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation.
Reflect
re·flect
verb
(of a surface or body) throw back (heat, light, or sound) without absorbing it.
think deeply or carefully about
Ambition
am·bi·tion
noun
a strong desire to do or to achieve something, typically requiring determination and hard work.
desire and determination to achieve success
Essential
es·sen·tial
adjective
absolutely necessary; extremely important
(of a disease) with no known external stimulus or cause; idiopathic
noun
a thing that is absolutely necessary
Resemble
re·sem·ble
verb
Have qualities or features, especially those of appearance, in common with (someone or something); look or seem like.
Reluctant
re·luc·tant
adjective
Unwilling and hesitant; disincline
Tremble
trem·ble
verb
(of a person or part of the body) shake involuntarily, typically as a result of anxiety, excitement, or frailty
noun
a trembling feeling, movement, or sound
a physical or emotional condition marked by trembling
Privilege
priv·i·lege
noun
a special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group.
verb
Grant a privilege or privileges to
va·cant
adjective
(of premises) having no fixtures, furniture, or inhabitants; empty
not filled
having or showing no intelligence or interest
Antagonistic
an·tag·o·nis·tic
adjective
showing or feeling active opposition or hostility toward someone or something.
relating to an antagonist or its action
Accumulate
ac·cu·mu·late
verb
gather together or acquire an increasing number of quantities of.
gradually gather or acquire (a resulting whole).
gather; build up
Luxury
lux·u·ry
noun
the state of great comfort and extravagant living.
adjective
luxurious or of the nature of a luxury
Woe
woe
noun
great sorrow or distress (often used hyperbolically)
Things that cause sorrow or distress; troubles
Peculiar
pe·cu·liar
adjective
strange or odd; unusual
particular; special
noun
a parish or church exempt from the jurisdiction of the diocese in which it lies, through being subject to the jurisdiction of the monarch or an archbishop.
Nonchalant
non·cha·lant
adjective
(of a person or manner) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm
Accommodate
ac·com·mo·date
verb
(of physical space, especially a building) provide lodging or sufficient space for.
fit in with the wishes or needs of.