WEEK 7

ADDITIONAL IN CLASS:

1. 1.      resource [rɪ'sɔsɪz], research [rɪˈsɜrtʃ]
2. 2.      grab taix

VOCABULARY JOURNAL:

claustrophobic

definition: having a fear of being in closed or small spaces

use the word in a sentence: The theater can be a little claustrophobic when it's full.

fate

definition: a power that is believed to control what happens in the future

use the word in a sentence: They thought they would never see each other again, but fate brought them back together.

root: fat-destiny

permanent

definition: lasting or continuing for a very long time or forever : not temporary or changing

use the word in a sentence: She made a permanent home in this country.

root: per-through, throughout  ex: permanent, permeate, persist, perennial

slogan

definition: a word or phrase that is easy to remember and is used by a group or business to attract attention

use the word in a sentence: Within days, virtually everyone was familiar with the newest advertising slogan for that brand of soda.

root:

sting (N, V)

definition:  a quick, sharp pain

use the word in a sentence: When you get the shot, you'll feel a little sting.

cordially

definition: in a friendly but polite and formal way

use the word in a sentence: You are cordially invited to our wedding on May 9 

infinite

definition: 1. Indefinably large, countlessly great; immense 2. Boundless, endless, without end or limits; innumerable

use the word in a sentence: The universe is infinite .

 

venue

definition: a place where something such as a concert or a meeting is arranged to take place

use the word in a sentence: The venue for the latest round of talks   

decency

definition: a quality in someone's character that makes them honest and polite and makes them have respect for other people

use the word in a sentence: a judgement that reflects the decency and good sense of the American people.

marsh

definition: an area of low flat land that is always wet and soft  

use the word in a sentence: They made their way slowly out of the marsh . 

riotous

definition: wild, exciting, and uncontrolled

use the word in a sentence: They spent a riotous night drinking and singing . 

excursion

definition: A brief recreational trip; a journey out of the usual way

use the word in a sentence:  While driving home I took an excursion and saw some deer.

exempt

definition: Free from a duty or obligation

use the word in a sentence: In their country all women are exempt from military service

candidate

definition: someone who is being considered for a job or is competing in an election

use the word in a sentence: There are only three candidates for the job.

clever

definition: especially able to learn and understand things quickly

use the word in a sentence: He is quite clever and does well at school.

rational

definition: rational thoughts, decisions etc are based on reasons rather than emotions

use the word in a sentence: I am sure there’s a rational.

sensitive  

definition: able to understand other people’s feelings and problems

use the word in a sentence: It’s made me much more sensitive to the needs of the disabled.

extrovert

definition: someone who is active and confident, and who enjoys spending time with other people

use the word in a sentence:

Her sister was always more of an extrovert.

awkward definition: 1. not graceful 2. lacking skill 3. difficult to use or handle

use the word in a sentence: She is awkward at dancing.

tearful definition:  filled with tears

: happening with tears

use the word in a sentence: He looked up at me with his tearful eyes and asked for help.

desperate

definition: very sad and upset because of having little or no hope : feeling or showing despair

use the word in a sentence: The collapse of her business had made her desperate

stroller definition:  a small carriage with four wheels that a baby or small child can ride in while someone pushes it

use the word in a sentence: I met a few strollers on the beach.

admire

definition:  to feel respect or approval for (someone or something)

use the word in a sentence: We gazed out the window and admired the scenery.