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2013

High School Vocabulary Words of the Week #22

Oct 16, 2013 | 5:00 am
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Each week, we bring you ten new words to study to increase your vocabulary. In order to truly “learn” these words, make sure to do the following exercises each week:

  • Create a flashcard with the word and the definition for each word.
  • Write three sentences that showcase the meaning of each word.
  • Write at least two synonyms for each word.
  • Write at least two antonyms for each word.
  • Try to use the words in your daily conversations as much as possible.
  • Study your flashcards for a few minutes each day.
  • Set up an online quiz with your words and take it at the end of the week.

Here are this week’s words…

accommodating
(adj.) helpful, obliging, polite

boisterous
(adj.) loud and full of energy

conundrum
(n.) puzzle, problem

extant
(adj.) existing, not destroyed or lost

forbearance
(n.) patience, restraint, tolerance

insular
(adj.) separated and narrow-minded; tight-knit, closed off

nascent
(adj.) in the process of being born or coming into existence

primeval
(adj.) original, ancient

relish
(v.) to enjoy

sacrosanct
(adj.) holy, something that should not be criticized