Academic Vocabulary Set 16

1. Academic Vocabulary Set 16 Pick up a new set of picture squares

2. Vocabulary • Each set of squares (10 words) is worth 30 points. • We will introduce and discuss 2 words a day. • When we finish a set of 10 words, you will take a 20 point vocabulary quiz. • The day you take the quiz you will also hand in your picture squares. • There are 5 readings and short-answer questions (10-30 points each) that will be included throughout the marking period. • This is your grade for homeroom.

3. necessitate verb Definition: to make (something) necessary If you are sick enough to necessitate staying home from school, you are sick enough to necessitate going to the doctor. The new safety regulations necessitate replacing the outdated machinery with new equipment.

4. necessitate verb Definition: to make (something) necessary Going to school necessitates _____, _____, and _____. Necessitated by his severe injuries, the doctors had to… (do what?) The new driving laws necessitate that I… (do what?)

5. incredible adjective Definition: difficult to believe, extraordinary, extremely good The movie documents the incredible story of survival and the love shared by a boy and his father. The consummate painter created a landscape paining of incredible beauty.

6. incredible adjective Definition: difficult to believe, extraordinary, extremely good It was an incredible coincidence that… (what?) The chance to __(do what?)__ is an incredible opportunity. After breaking the vase, the little boy gave the incredible excuse that… (what had happened?)

7. accost verb Definition: to approach and speak to (someone) often in an angry, aggressive, or unwanted way The group of muggers frequently accosts their victims in dark and secluded spots in the big city. The Occupy protestors often claim that they have been accosted by police.

8. accost verb Definition: to approach and speak to (someone) often in an angry, aggressive, or unwanted way The famous journalist was well-known for accosting… (whom?) I felt accosted when… (what happened?) She felt accosted by her co-worker when he falsely accused her of… (what?)

9. invaluable adjective Definition: extremely valuable or useful, having value too great to be estimated The royal jewels of the small country are of invaluable worth monetarily, historically, and culturally. John fainted from shock when he learned that his wife had washed the invaluable jersey signed by Michael Jordan.

10. invaluable adjective Definition: extremely valuable or useful, having value too great to be estimated The student council is invaluable to the school; they organize _____ and _____. The thieves stole the invaluable ______ from the museum. ______ always gives invaluable advice when I am having problems.

11. disparity noun Definition: a noticeable and often unfair difference between people or things Problems arise in a country when there is a great disparity of power or access to resources such as jobs and basic supplies. Famous actors and rock stars frequently have relationships with a shocking age disparity.

12. disparity noun Definition: a noticeable and often unfair difference between people or things There is a wide disparity between ______ and _____. The economic disparity between the richest and the poorest led to… (what?) There is gender disparity in… (where can you find gender inequalities?)

13. postulate verb, noun Definition: verb - to claim as true, especially to begin a discussion noun - a statement or claim assumed to be true especially as the basis of a process of reasoning  After examining the soil samples brought back from the newly discovered planet, scientists postulated that there was enough water to support life. The new emissions regulations are based on the postulate that carbon dioxide emissions contribute to climate change.

14. postulate verb, noun Definition: verb - to claim as true, especially to begin a discussion noun - a statement or claim assumed to be true especially as the basis of a process of reasoning  The scientist postulates that… (what?) There are several postulates that we take for granted in science, including _______ and ______. The government postulated that… (what?)

15. straightforward adjective Definition: easy to understand, not complicated, honest and open After looking at the straightforward directions for 30 seconds, Henry quickly put the computer together. He speaks in a very straightforward manner, telling the truth in simple and honest terms.

16. straightforward adjective Definition: easy to understand, not complicated, honest and open To _________ is a very straightforward process. If you are straightforward with others about your mistakes, they will… (what?) It’s a good thing these directions are so straightforward because… (why?)

17. adjunct noun Definition: something that is joined or added to another thing but is not an essential part of it  Smaller colleges may attach themselves to a larger or more prestigious university as adjuncts to attract more students and research opportunities. Medication can be a beneficial adjunct to healthy eating and a regular exercise routine in order to bring down cholesterol.

18. adjunct noun Definition: something that is joined or added to another thing but is not an essential part of it  As an adjunct to studying more often, I plan to _______ in order to improve my grades. _____, _____, and _____ were all added to the car as adjuncts. She will minor in ______ as an adjunct to her history degree.

19. misdemeanor noun Definition: a crime that is not very serious (less serious than a felony) The troubled student had several misdemeanors on his record, including vandalism, theft, and driving without a license. A good lawyer may be able to plead down a felony into a simple misdemeanor with the compromise of probation and community service.

20. misdemeanor noun Definition: a crime that is not very serious (less serious than a felony) Here are reasons why you should avoid all misdemeanors: _______ and _____. If charged with a misdemeanor for trespassing, she would have to… (do what?) Since he has been charged with several misdemeanors, the judge will require that he… (do what?)

21. smattering noun Definition: a small amount of something  After making my debut as an amateur comedian at “open-mic night,” my efforts were met with a smattering of applause. Although she claims knowledge of several languages, she knows only a smattering of each – enough to ask “where is the restroom?” and “do you speak English?”

22. smattering noun Definition: a small amount of something  I know a smattering of… (what?) Because he has no job, he only has a smattering of… (what?) There is a smattering of _______ stores/shops in the Jackson area. (what kinds of stores are in short supply?)