High School English Vocabulary

Front

What is the meaning of the word 'vat' as used in a sentence?

Back

A large container or tub used for holding liquids.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What does the word 'ill' mean in the context of health?

Back

Sick or unwell.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

Define 'disposition' in terms of personality.

Back

A person's inherent qualities of mind and character; temperament.

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 does 'futile' mean when describing an effort?

Back

Incapable of producing any useful result; pointless or unsuccessful.

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 'feat' in the context of achievements?

Back

An achievement that requires great courage, skill, or strength; a deed.

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 the synonym for 'vat' in everyday language?

Back

Tub.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Front

How can 'ill' be used in a sentence to describe someone's condition?

Back

He felt ill after eating the spoiled food.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What is the opposite of 'disposition'?

Back

Indifference or apathy.

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 a futile attempt.

Back

Trying to fix a broken clock that has no batteries.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Front

What is a common phrase that includes the word 'feat'?

Back

A remarkable feat of engineering.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5A