Vocabulary Week 5
Quiz: Friday, October 30th
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hypnotize – to put into a sleep-like state: to dazzle as if by suggestion.
The patient was hypnotized and experienced no pain during the operation.
dovetail – to combine or unite into a unified whole; fit together harmoniously.
The engineers had the idea to dovetail the two bridges so that they would come together as
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gape – to become widely open, separated; to stare in amazement.
The deep pit gaped before him; if he stumbled and fell there would be no rescue.
outfox – to outwit; to overcome by cunning or cleverness.
The burglar outfoxed the police by escaping up the chimney.
afloat – a floating condition; circulating about.
During the flood, our living room was afloat half way to the ceiling.
carp – to complain.
It was tiresome listening to Molly carping about her sore foot.
endorse- to give approval or support.
Many teachers endorse the idea of free lunches for themselves.
remainder- what is left when a part is taken away; those left behind.
The remainder of the pie was put away where dad couldn’t find it.
amble – to walk slowly; walk with a leisurely gait.
Jack walked with an ambling quality, as if he hadn’t a care in the world.
enroll – to make or become a member; to sign up for something.
In order to vote in an election you must enroll.