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Vocab 10

Vocab 10. March 20, 2014. implement- to put into effect according to a definite plan or procedure; any article used in some activity, especially an instrument, tool, or utensil Example: We have to implement a new schedule to make sure everyone gets the same number of gym classes.

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Vocab 10

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  1. Vocab 10

  2. March 20, 2014 • implement- to put into effect according to a definite plan or procedure; any article used in some activity, especially an instrument, tool, or utensil • Example: We have to implement a new schedule to make sure everyone gets the same number of gym classes. • shrewd- Characterized by keen awareness, sharp intelligence, and often a sense of the practical; Disposed to artful and cunning practices • Example: The successful businessman is shrewd in the way he runs his company.

  3. March 21, 2014 • wholly- to the full or entire extent; entirely; exclusively; solely • Example: When Sid and Barry missed the bus, it was wholly Sid’s fault because he slept late. • zest-a feeling of enjoyment and enthusiasm; anything added to impart flavor or to enhance one's appreciation • Example: Friends add zest to even the most boring situations.

  4. March , 2014 • tremor-A shaking or vibrating movement; a trembling or quivering effect; a wavering sound • Example: • veneer-any of the thin layers of wood glued together to form plywood; A decorative facing; A deceptive, superficial show; a façade • Example:

  5. March , 2014 • void- having no legal force or effect; without contents • Example: Because you did not sign the contract, it is now void. • surplus-something that remains above what is used or needed • Example: Years when farmers have a surplus of corn, prices drop drastically.

  6. March , 2014 • salve-anything that soothes or relieves; eases the distress or agitation • Example: After my mom put the salve on my sting, it felt better • recoil-To spring back, as upon firing; to quickly move away from something that is shocking, frightening, or disgusting • Example: She recoiled at the thought of having to go to prom without a date.

  7. March , 2014 • reinforce-to strengthen with some added piece, support, material, or people • Example: because of the wind, I need to add a layer of paper to my kite to reinforce it. • pretense-a false show of something; a false reason or explanation that is used to hide the real purpose of something; a claim made or implied, especially one not supported by fact • Example: Even though Mrs. Smith was sick, she tried to keep up the pretense that she was fine.

  8. March , 2014 • irk-to irritate, annoy, or exasperate • Example: It really irks me that my sister has a later curfew than I do! • miscellaneous-dealing with or interested in diverse subjects; Having a variety of characteristics, abilities, or appearances • Example: I tried to organize my books by genre, but I had to make a miscellaneous pile for the books that didn’t fit in a particular category.

  9. March , 2014 • indulge-to allow oneself to have or do something as a special pleasure; To engage or take part, especially freely or avidly • Example: After running five miles, Steve let himself indulge in a bowl of ice cream. • guttural- Of or relating to the throat; Having a harsh grating quality, as certain sounds produced in the back of the mouth; • Example: Karen had a very guttural laugh that made my throat ached from just hearing it.

  10. March , 2014 • haggard-looking very thin and tired especially from great hunger, worry, or pain; worn • Example: After spending a week camping, Sonia looked haggard from the experience. • enrich: to supply with abundance of anything desirable; to make richer; to improve the quality of something; make fuller, more meaningful, or more rewarding • Example: The teacher tried to enrich the curriculum with news articles related to his history lesson.

  11. March , 2014 • careen: to lean, sway, or tip to one side while in motion; To lurch or swerve while in motion; To rush headlong or carelessly • Example: Walt watched helplessly as the car careened into the guardrail. • bide: To remain in a condition or state; to stay; to wait • Example: Sarah said that one day she wanted to be a manager, so for now, she has to bide her time as a cashier.

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