Vocabulary 1
Assist: I am happy to assist you with your project if you need someone to help you finish on time.
help, etc.
Sturdy: The old wooden chair was very sturdy, appearing strong and well-made compared to the flimsy plastic stool.
strong, unmovable, etc.
Numerous: There were numerous fireflies in the backyard, making the whole lawn glow with hundreds of tiny lights.
many, a lot, etc.
Slight: There was only a slight change in the temperature, unlike the huge drop we felt yesterday.
a. small in amount or degree; very minor
b. very cold, freezing, or icy
c. sudden, fast, or happening without warning
d. important, meaningful, or very large
a. small in amount or degree; very minor
Brief: The principal gave a brief speech, keeping his talk very short so the assembly could end early.
short, concise, not long, etc.
Linger: Some students linger in the hallway after class, but others leave the building immediately.
wait, wander, etc.
Essential: Drinking plenty of water is essential if you want to stay healthy and hydrated during the summer.
Necessary, needed, has to be done, etc.
Abundant: Apples were abundant in the fall, which was different from the winter when they were very scarce.
many, a lot, in excess, etc.
Habitat: Many animals have a specific habitat, such as a freezing tundra, a hot desert, or a lush rainforest.
house, place to live, environment, space, etc.
Decrease: To save money, we had to decrease our spending and reduce the amount we bought at the store.
go down, less, etc.
Anticipate: We anticipate a large crowd at the play, and we expect many people to buy tickets at the door.
a. to look forward to something and prepare for it in advance.
b. to remember something that happened a long time ago.
c. to be surprised by an event that you didn't see coming.
d. to participate in a group activity or a sport.
a. to look forward to something and prepare for it in advance.
Contribute: Our class decided to contribute to the food drive by bringing in cans of soup and boxes of pasta.
give, provide, help, etc.
Legislature: The legislature, including the Senate and the House of Representatives, makes the laws for the country.
a. the leader of a country, like a President or Governor, who carries out the laws.
b. a group of people elected to write, debate, and pass laws.
c. A courtroom where a judge and jury decide if someone has broken the law.
d. A special book where all of the old laws are kept.
b. a group of people elected to write, debate, and pass laws.
Resource: Water is a natural resource, just like coal, oil, and timber are materials we get from the earth.
useful item, material, supplies, etc.
Commence: The graduation ceremony will commence at noon, so the music will start exactly at 12:00.
start, begin, etc.
Relinquish: The king had to relinquish his power, even though he wanted to keep his control over the land.
give up
Banish: The queen decided to banish the traitor, forcing him to live in a far-off land and never return to the castle.
a. to choose to move to a new country to find a better job.
b. to invite someone to a special event or a royal party.
c. to hide something valuable so no one else can find it.
d. to officially force someone to leave a place as a punishment.
d. to officially force someone to leave a place as a punishment.
Apparatus: The gym was filled with a new apparatus, called the balance beam, that people can practice their skills on.
Tool, piece of equipment, etc.
Gullible: My gullible little brother believed me when I told him that chocolate milk comes from brown cows.
Pace: The runner tried to maintain a steady pace, keeping a consistent speed throughout the entire race.
a. a type of show worn by professional athletes
b. a sudden burst of energy at the very end of a task
c. the finish line of a long race.
d. the rate or speed that someone or something is moving
d. the rate or speed that someone or something is moving
Component: A battery is a vital component of a flashlight, just like a wheel is a necessary part of a bicycle.
piece, element, part of, etc.
Placid: The lake was placid and calm in the morning, which was a huge change from the choppy, wavy water during the storm.
peaceful, calm, hard to get worked up, etc.
Bias: A sports announcer might show a bias, such as cheering louder for the home team or ignoring the fouls they commit.
Preference for one side (team, group, or person)
Compulsory: Attending school is compulsory for children, unlike extracurricular clubs which are strictly optional.
a. something that is left up to your own choice
b. only happening once or twice a year.
c. required by a rule or law; mandatory
d. fun, exciting, or something you do for a hobby
c. required by a rule or law; mandatory
Adequate: The hiker made sure he had an adequate amount of water, ensuring he had enough for the entire trip.
enough, appropriate, okay, etc.