Vocabulary Workshop Level C Unit 4

Front

What does the term 'annul' mean?

Back

To make ineffective or inoperative.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

What is a 'bolster'?

Back

To support or give a boost to; it can also refer to a long pillow or cushion.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

Define 'blase'.

Back

Indifferent; bored as a result of having enjoyed many pleasures.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Front

What does 'frivolous' mean?

Back

Of little importance, not worthy of serious attention.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

What does it mean to 'deplore'?

Back

To feel or express regret or disapproval.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is the synonym of 'annul'?

Back

Cancel or invalidate.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Front

Provide an example of how to use 'bolster' in a sentence.

Back

The coach's encouragement helped to bolster the team's confidence.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

Front

What is the opposite of 'blase'?

Back

Enthusiastic or passionate.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Front

In what context might someone be described as 'frivolous'?

Back

When they are focused on trivial matters instead of serious issues.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Front

What is a common reaction to something one might 'deplore'?

Back

Expressing disappointment or disapproval.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4