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