Vocab 1

Front

To turn or turn around

Back

vert/vers

Front

Conquer or overcome

Back

vinc/vict

Front

Greek for 'ball', seen in words for round objects.

Back

sper

Front

Tried to _____ Mom's attention from the mess I made.

Back

divert

Front

He seems to take a _____ pleasure in making people angry.

Back

perverse

Front

I will _____ my eyes away from gory scenes in a movie.

Back

avert

Front

The _____ juggler could keep chainsaws, plates, and fruit in the air.

Back

versatile

Front

As a witness, she _____ honesty and respect, impressing the jury.

Back

evinced

Front

After winning 12 games in a row, the team felt _____

Back

invinvicible

Front

In The Beauty and the Beast, Belle desires a _____ life, wishing to live simply.

Back

provincial