Chp 3-4 Vocab

Definition of Wryly

• In a way that expresses humor or sarcasm.

• In a straightforward and serious manner.
• In a confused and unclear way.
• In a cheerful and optimistic tone.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Definition of Somber

• Optimistic and hopeful outlook.
• Bright and sunny disposition.
• Cheerful and lighthearted in nature.
• Serious, grave, or gloomy in mood or character.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Definition of Judiciously

• In a careless manner.
• In a hasty manner.
• Wise/Using good judgement.

• In a reckless manner.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Definition of Sullen

• Cheerful and bright
• Indifferent or apathetic
• Excited and lively
• Gloomy or sulky.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Definition of essence

• The superficial appearance of something.
• The fundamental quality of something.

• The historical context of an object.
• The emotional response it evokes.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Definition of Morass

• A swampy or muddy area; a complicated or confusing situation.

• A simple and straightforward process
• A type of tree
• A dry desert region

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Definition of Tangible

• Tangible refers to something abstract or theoretical.
• Tangible means physical or capable of being touched.
• Tangible means something that cannot be seen or touched.
• Tangible is synonymous with intangible or elusive.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Definition of Contradict

• To assert the opposite of a statement.
• To elaborate on a statement.
• To provide a synonym for a statement.
• To agree with a statement.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Definition of Corporeal

• Corporeal means physical or relating to the body.
• Corporeal is a term used for abstract concepts.
• Corporeal means related to thoughts and ideas.
• Corporeal refers to something spiritual or ethereal.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Definition of Void

• Void is a physical object.
• Void is a type of energy.
• Void is a state of emptiness or nullity.
• Void refers to a state of fullness.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A