Unit 2 Gr. 10.pptx

Vocabulary Workshop Why Vote?  Objectives By the end of this course, you will be able to: 1. Identify the meaning, form and pronunciation of the new words.  1. Ameliorate (V) The new recycling program will help ameliorate waste problems in the community. Me...

Vocabulary Workshop Why Vote?  Objectives By the end of this course, you will be able to: 1. Identify the meaning, form and pronunciation of the new words.  1. Ameliorate (V) The new recycling program will help ameliorate waste problems in the community. Meaning: To improve , make better  2.Bombastic (Adj) His bombastic speech was filled with fancy words but lacked real substance. Meaning: Full of high-sounding words  3. Callow (Adj) The callow intern made several mistakes on his first day, but he was eager to learn. Meaning: Without experience, immature  4. Ex officio (Adj) As the club president, she was an ex officio member of all the committees.. Meaning: by virtue holding a certain office  5. Exhort (V) The coach would exhort the team to give their best effort during every game.. Meaning: to advise earnestly  6. Drivel (N) Meaning: Saliva coming out of mouth or nose  7. Aplomb (N) She handled the difficult situation with aplomb, remaining calm and confident throughout. Meaning: A great self-confidence  8. Epitome (N) Her performance in the play was the epitome of talent and dedication.. Meaning: A summary, conclusion  9. Infringe (V) The new law was designed to protect privacy and prevent companies from infringing on personal rights. Meaning: To violate or trespass  10. Ingratiate (V) He tried to ingratiate himself with his boss by always volunteering for extra projects. Meaning: To make oneself agreeable and acceptable