Testing: The vocabulary skill and words will be assigned to students on the first day of the five day cycle. The words will be tested on day five of the cycle. (Special exceptions may be made if a long weekend falls in the midst of a cycle.) Vocabulary tests will account for 20% of the language arts grade.
Homework: Each student will have at least two vocabulary homework assignments per cycle. Homework is expected to be completed and returned the day after it is assigned. Vocabulary homework will account for 10% of the language arts grade.
Vocabulary List 1: Synonyms
Synonyms are words that mean the same or almost the same as another word. This week our ten words are:
variable: changeable
receptacle: a container
quiver: shake
blunder: mistake
rash: careless
novice: beginner, new
outstanding: important in some way
generally: usually
hazardous: dangerous
veto: say no
Vocabulary List 2: Synonyms
Synonyms are words that mean the same or almost the same as another word. This week our ten words are:
bewildered: confused
blissful: happy
bountiful: plentiful
brutal: cruel
ceaseless: unending
cumbersome: clumsy
daunting: discouraging or frustrating
dormant: sleeping
treacherous: false, a traitor
valid: true
Vocabulary List 3: Antonyms
Antonyms are words that mean the opposite of another word. This week our ten words are:
compliment: a nice thing to say to someone
criticism: saying something negative
unique: the only one
ordinary: common
flimsy: frail
substantial: solid
allow: permit
prohibit: forbid
fatigue: weakness
vigor: strength
Vocabulary List 4: Antonyms
Antonyms are words that mean the opposite of another word. This week our ten words are:
frisky: alert, active
sluggish: slow
permanent: lasting
unstable: tipsy, unsteady
tiresome: boring
interesting: holds your attention
considerate: thoughtful
heedless: selfish
sensible: wise
ridiculous: foolish, silly
Vocabulary List 5: Compound Words
Compound words are made of two smaller words put together.
earthquake: the shaking of the earth due to tectonic plate movement
vineyard: where grapes are grown
whirlpool: a swirling funnel of water
headquarters: a command post for meetings
guidebook: a reference book for tourists
touchdown: what is scored in a football game
blueprint: a plan for building
spellbound: enraptured, amazed by
masterpiece: a cherished piece of work
windshield: protect the driver of a car
Vocabulary List 6: Homophones
Homophones are words that sound exactly alike but have different spellings and different meanings.
lute: a musical instrument
loot: to rob or steal
cruise: a trip on a ship
crews: groups of people working together
foul: unclean
fowl: a bird
course: a direction or movement
coarse: the opposite of fine
bridal: related to a wedding
bridle: used to control a horse
Vocabulary List 7: Homographs
Homographs are words that are spelled like other words, but have different meanings and sometimes different pronunciations.
present: to give
present: you are there in person
refuse: garbage
refuse: you won’t do something
invalid: someone who is sick
invalid: when something no longer works
object: oppose
object: something you can see or touch
minute: something small
minute: a timer period of sixty seconds
Vocabulary List 8: Eponyms
Eponyms are words that come from the name of a person or place.
sardines: small fish often packed in cans for sale
vaudeville: a variety show
bikini: a small, two-piece bathing suit
marathon:a running race of just over 26 miles
cologne: a fragrant liquid
bologna: a lunch meat.
tarantula: a large hairy spider with a poisonous bite.
tangerine: an orange-colored citrus fruit
cantaloupe: a melon
tuxedo: a kind of dress coat
Vocabulary List 9: Words from Other Cultures
These words are derived from Arabic, Spanish, Persian, Japanese, and Africa.
alligator: a large reptile with leathery skin
barbecue: an outdoor grill for cooking meat
magazine: a publication for reading
syrup: a sweet thick liquid such as molasses
sheik: the chief or head of a family.
pajamas: clothes worn for sleeping.
kimono: a long outer garment worn in Japan.
okra: a plant used in stew or soup.
impala: a word from the Zulu people of Africa
bandit: a robber, thief
Vocabulary List Week 10: Clips
A clip is a word that has been shortened, or clipped.
coed: a female student at a school for males and females
taxi: a car for hire
ref: a judge in a sports event
limo: a long vehicle
champ: a winner
grad: a student who has earned a diploma at a school
fan: a supporter of someone
curio: a strange or novel object
rev: a rotation
mike: an instrument that magnifies sound
Homework: Each student will have at least two vocabulary homework assignments per cycle. Homework is expected to be completed and returned the day after it is assigned. Vocabulary homework will account for 10% of the language arts grade.
Vocabulary List 1: Synonyms
Synonyms are words that mean the same or almost the same as another word. This week our ten words are:
variable: changeable
receptacle: a container
quiver: shake
blunder: mistake
rash: careless
novice: beginner, new
outstanding: important in some way
generally: usually
hazardous: dangerous
veto: say no
Vocabulary List 2: Synonyms
Synonyms are words that mean the same or almost the same as another word. This week our ten words are:
bewildered: confused
blissful: happy
bountiful: plentiful
brutal: cruel
ceaseless: unending
cumbersome: clumsy
daunting: discouraging or frustrating
dormant: sleeping
treacherous: false, a traitor
valid: true
Vocabulary List 3: Antonyms
Antonyms are words that mean the opposite of another word. This week our ten words are:
compliment: a nice thing to say to someone
criticism: saying something negative
unique: the only one
ordinary: common
flimsy: frail
substantial: solid
allow: permit
prohibit: forbid
fatigue: weakness
vigor: strength
Vocabulary List 4: Antonyms
Antonyms are words that mean the opposite of another word. This week our ten words are:
frisky: alert, active
sluggish: slow
permanent: lasting
unstable: tipsy, unsteady
tiresome: boring
interesting: holds your attention
considerate: thoughtful
heedless: selfish
sensible: wise
ridiculous: foolish, silly
Vocabulary List 5: Compound Words
Compound words are made of two smaller words put together.
earthquake: the shaking of the earth due to tectonic plate movement
vineyard: where grapes are grown
whirlpool: a swirling funnel of water
headquarters: a command post for meetings
guidebook: a reference book for tourists
touchdown: what is scored in a football game
blueprint: a plan for building
spellbound: enraptured, amazed by
masterpiece: a cherished piece of work
windshield: protect the driver of a car
Vocabulary List 6: Homophones
Homophones are words that sound exactly alike but have different spellings and different meanings.
lute: a musical instrument
loot: to rob or steal
cruise: a trip on a ship
crews: groups of people working together
foul: unclean
fowl: a bird
course: a direction or movement
coarse: the opposite of fine
bridal: related to a wedding
bridle: used to control a horse
Vocabulary List 7: Homographs
Homographs are words that are spelled like other words, but have different meanings and sometimes different pronunciations.
present: to give
present: you are there in person
refuse: garbage
refuse: you won’t do something
invalid: someone who is sick
invalid: when something no longer works
object: oppose
object: something you can see or touch
minute: something small
minute: a timer period of sixty seconds
Vocabulary List 8: Eponyms
Eponyms are words that come from the name of a person or place.
sardines: small fish often packed in cans for sale
vaudeville: a variety show
bikini: a small, two-piece bathing suit
marathon:a running race of just over 26 miles
cologne: a fragrant liquid
bologna: a lunch meat.
tarantula: a large hairy spider with a poisonous bite.
tangerine: an orange-colored citrus fruit
cantaloupe: a melon
tuxedo: a kind of dress coat
Vocabulary List 9: Words from Other Cultures
These words are derived from Arabic, Spanish, Persian, Japanese, and Africa.
alligator: a large reptile with leathery skin
barbecue: an outdoor grill for cooking meat
magazine: a publication for reading
syrup: a sweet thick liquid such as molasses
sheik: the chief or head of a family.
pajamas: clothes worn for sleeping.
kimono: a long outer garment worn in Japan.
okra: a plant used in stew or soup.
impala: a word from the Zulu people of Africa
bandit: a robber, thief
Vocabulary List Week 10: Clips
A clip is a word that has been shortened, or clipped.
coed: a female student at a school for males and females
taxi: a car for hire
ref: a judge in a sports event
limo: a long vehicle
champ: a winner
grad: a student who has earned a diploma at a school
fan: a supporter of someone
curio: a strange or novel object
rev: a rotation
mike: an instrument that magnifies sound