Vocabulary Workshop Level E Unit 8

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Questions and Answers

What does the word 'commended' mean?

To punish someone

To praise or recommend someone (correct)

To criticize someone

To ignore someone

What does 'apprehensive' mean?

Anxious or fearful that something bad will happen

What does 'consecrate' mean?

To make or declare sacred

What does 'compatible' mean?

Able to exist or work together without conflict Signup and view all the answers

What does 'reprisal' mean?

An act of retaliation Signup and view all the answers

What does 'deride' mean?

To ridicule or mock Signup and view all the answers

What does 'obsolete' mean?

No longer in use or relevant Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ingenious' mean?

Clever or inventive Signup and view all the answers

What does 'recalcitrant' mean?

Resisting authority or control Signup and view all the answers

What does 'stultify' mean?

To make ineffective or useless Signup and view all the answers

What does 'animosity' mean?

Strong hostility Signup and view all the answers

What does 'multifarious' mean?

Having many varied parts or aspects Signup and view all the answers

What does 'suave' mean?

Charming and sophisticated Signup and view all the answers

What does 'apathy' mean?

Lack of interest or enthusiasm Signup and view all the answers

What does 'parsimonious' mean?

Excessively unwilling to spend; stingy Signup and view all the answers

What does 'quandary' mean?

A state of perplexity or doubt Signup and view all the answers

What does 'commend' mean?

To express approval or praise Signup and view all the answers

What does 'condolences' mean?

Expressions of sympathy, especially after someone has died Signup and view all the answers

What does 'omnivorous' mean?

Feeding on both plants and animals Signup and view all the answers

What does 'decrepit' mean?

Worn out or ruined due to age or neglect Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary Workshop Level E Unit 8 Overview

Focuses on a range of vocabulary words to enhance language skills.
Includes definitions, synonyms, antonyms, usage in sentences, and context application.

Key Vocabulary Words

Commended: Praised formally; recommended.
Apprehensive: Feeling anxious or fearful about something that may happen.
Consecrate: To declare something sacred or to dedicate formally.
Compatible: Able to exist or work together without conflict.
Reprisal: An act of retaliation or revenge.
Deride: To mock or make fun of someone in a contemptuous manner.
Obsolete: No longer in use or no longer useful; outdated.
Ingenious: Clever, original, and inventive.
Recalcitrant: Stubbornly resistant to authority or control.
Stultify: To make someone or something appear foolish or ineffective.
Animosity: Strong hostility or dislike.
Multifarious: Having many varied parts or aspects.
Suave: Smoothly agreeable or polite; sophisticated.

Synonyms and Antonyms Highlights

Synonyms:
- Consecrated: Made sacred; dedicated.
- Commended: Praised; acclaimed.
- Compatible: Harmonious; suitable.
Antonyms:
- Suave: Rough; unrefined.
- Recalcitrant: Compliant; obedient.
- Decrepit: Strong; sturdy.

Completing the Sentence Application

Engage with vocabulary by filling in blanks with the appropriate words.
Words include consecrate, omnivorous, animosity, quandary, and compatible, focusing on context and correct usage.

Vocabulary in Context

Practice incorporating vocabulary into sentences to solidify understanding.
Examples provided with direct multiple-choice application to enhance recognition and recall.

Study Tips

Create flashcards for each vocabulary word, including definitions, synonyms, and antonyms.
Use words in sentences to improve contextual understanding.
Regularly review and quiz yourself to reinforce learning and retention.

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Description

Explore a variety of vocabulary words aimed at enhancing your language skills. This unit covers definitions, synonyms, and antonyms while providing usage examples to enrich your understanding and context application.