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Week 16 Vocabulary

Enhance your vocabulary with words rooted in "voc/vok," meaning voice, speak, or call. Explore terms like vociferous, convocation, provoke, and more. Let's delve into the world of expressive language together!

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Week 16 Vocabulary

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  1. Week 16 Vocabulary ROOT: VOC/VOK MEANING: Voice, to speak, to call

  2. Voc/Vok: voice, speak, to call • Voucher • Vociferous • Convocation • Revoked • Provoke • compile • Vocalize • Avocation • Advocate • Illustrate

  3. 1. Vociferous (adj) expressing feelings or opinions in a very loud or forceful way • Clark was very vociferous when he got angry and started defending his passion for Nike shoes.

  4. 2. Vouchers (n) a small printed piece of paper that entitles the holder to a discount or that may be exchanged for goods or services. • Michael got a voucher for a hair washing session at Slam Salon.

  5. 3. Provoke (v) To cause anger or annoyance • Robin angrily yelled at Rob after he pulled her hair to provoke her.

  6. 4. Convocation (n) A large group of people called together • The society of food lovers (SFL) held a convocation for all their members to meet and discuss important matters.

  7. 5. Avocation (n) • a hobby • When Kyle isn’t working his avocation is photography.

  8. 6. Advocate (n) a person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy. • Dylan is an advocate for animal rights and the environment because he is very caring and thoughtful.

  9. 7. Vocalize (v) To make your voice heard • Judy attempted to vocalize her hatred for technology to her friends, but they were too busy texting.

  10. 8. Revoke (v) To take back • The company revoked Kyle’s administration position after they found out that he was lying and stealing.

  11. ACADEMIC WORDS

  12. 9. Compile (v) • Collect information and put it together • When doing research you must compile reliable sources to create a works cited page.

  13. 10. Illustrate (v) • Use images to explain something • Illustrate your idea by using examples and details.

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