New words as of Monday, 8/31/2020

"Red Kayak”

Vocabulary/Amazing Words Study Guide

Vocabulary

compressions – short applications of pressure

grumbled – complained in a bad-tempered way

insistently – in a persistent and urgent way

intentionally – on purpose

minute – a period of time equal to sixty seconds

neutral – a position of gears in which no motion goes from an engine to other working parts

normally – usually; in a normal way

Amazing Words

terrified – very afraid

revive – to bring back to life or consciousness

trepidation – an uncomfortable feeling that something bad might happen

audacity – a willingness to be bold and take risks

treacherous – dangerous

bravery– courage or being brave

heroine – a woman admired for her brave deeds and noble acts

expedition– a journey for some special purpose such as an exploration for scientific study

ferocity – a great fierceness or intensity

sacrifice – giving up something for the greater good