April 28th Flashcards
something very important or meaningful; also something large in number
significant (ADJECTIVE) (EX: The archeologist found a significant clue about the ancient people that had once lived in the cave.)
to make smooth or slippery
lubricate (VERB) (EX: The car mechanic had to lubricate the bolts on the car.)
to do something by your own choice
voluntarily (ADVERB) (EX: I voluntarily went to bed without my parents asking me to because I was so tired.)
to put off doing to a later time or date
postpone (VERB) (EX: We had to postpone my birthday party because I got sick.)
to handle a tool or weapon with skill
wield (VERB) (EX: The knight wielded his sword with great strength and skill.)
a French expression meaning a large group of people gathering together or doing something at the same time
en masse (EX: The concert goers danced en masse to the music.)