L Key Vocabulary List 1 Flashcards
Predator
An animal or person that hunts or preys on others.
Sample Sentence: The lion is a powerful predator that rules the African savanna.
Victim
A person or animal harmed, injured, or killed as a result of a crime, accident, or other event or action.
Sample Sentence: The victim of the robbery was shaken but unharmed.
Mimic
To imitate or copy someone’s actions or speech, often in an exaggerated or humorous way.
Sample Sentence: The comedian could mimic many famous voices perfectly.
Imitate
To copy someone’s behavior, speech, or actions.
Sample Sentence: Children often imitate their parents as they learn to speak.
Pretend
To act as if something is true when it is not, or to engage in imaginative play.
Sample Sentence: The children pretended they were astronauts exploring space.
Barter
To trade goods or services without using money.
Sample Sentence: The villagers would often barter crops for handmade tools.
Crucial
Extremely important or necessary for success or survival.
Sample Sentence: It is crucial to study hard before a big exam.
Fascinating
Extremely interesting or captivating.
Sample Sentence: The museum’s exhibit on ancient Egypt was fascinating.
Debris
Scattered fragments or waste left after destruction.
Sample Sentence: After the storm, the streets were covered in debris from broken trees.
Muddiness
The quality or condition of being unclear or difficult to understand; the state of being muddy.
Sample Sentence: The muddiness of the water made it hard to see the bottom of the river.
Lethal
Capable of causing death or extremely harmful.
Sample Sentence: Some snakes have a lethal venom that can kill within minutes.
Naïve
Showing a lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment; innocent and inexperienced.
Sample Sentence: The young girl was naïve to believe everything the stranger told her.
Intelligent
Having or showing the ability to learn, think, and understand quickly and easily.
Sample Sentence: Dolphins are considered to be one of the most intelligent animals on Earth.
Innocent
Not guilty of a crime or offense; pure and without wrongdoing.
Sample Sentence: The court declared that he was innocent of all charges.
Devour
To eat something quickly and eagerly.
Sample Sentence: After the long hike, they devoured the sandwiches in minutes.
Harass
To disturb, torment, or intimidate someone persistently.
Sample Sentence: The bully would harass the other kids during recess.
Arid
Extremely dry, especially referring to a climate or landscape.
Sample Sentence: The arid desert environment made it difficult for plants to grow.
Obnoxious
Extremely unpleasant or annoying.
Sample Sentence: His obnoxious behavior at the party made everyone uncomfortable.
Serene
Calm, peaceful, and untroubled.
Sample Sentence: The serene lake reflected the mountains and sky perfectly.
Implore
To beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something.
Sample Sentence: The child implored his mother to let him stay up late.
Insult
To speak or act in a way that is disrespectful or offensive to someone.
Sample Sentence: He didn’t mean to insult her with his comment, but it came across as rude.
Eerie
Strange and frightening.
Sample Sentence: The eerie silence in the forest made her feel uneasy.
Creepy
Causing an unpleasant feeling of fear or unease.
Sample Sentence: The old, abandoned house had a creepy atmosphere.
Obvious
Easily perceived or understood; clear and apparent.
Sample Sentence: It was obvious that she was upset by the look on her face.
Anxious
Experiencing worry, unease, or nervousness.
Sample Sentence: She felt anxious before her job interview.
Minute
Extremely small in size or amount.
Sample Sentence: The microscope revealed minute details of the leaf’s structure.
Deter
To discourage or prevent someone from doing something.
Sample Sentence: The high security system was designed to deter potential thieves.
Prevent
To stop something from happening or someone from doing something.
Sample Sentence: The new policy aims to prevent accidents in the workplace.
Aluminum
A lightweight, silvery metal used in various products, such as cans and aircraft parts.
microscope
revealed minute details of the leaf’s structure.
Part of Speech: Verb
Deter
To discourage or prevent someone from doing something.
Part of Speech: Verb
Sample Sentence: The high security system was designed to deter potential thieves.
Prevent
To stop something from happening or someone from doing something.
Part of Speech: Verb
Sample Sentence: The new policy aims to prevent accidents in the workplace.
Aluminum
A lightweight, silvery metal used in various products, such as cans and aircraft parts.
Part of Speech: Noun
Sample Sentence: Aluminum is often used in the construction of airplanes because it is light and strong.
Vampire
A mythical creature that feeds on the blood of the living, often depicted in folklore and fiction.
Part of Speech: Noun
Sample Sentence: The legend of the vampire has inspired countless books and movies.
Parasol
A lightweight umbrella used for protection from the sun.
Part of Speech: Noun
Sample Sentence: She carried a parasol to shield herself from the midday heat.
Acme
The highest point or peak of something, especially success or achievement.
Part of Speech: Noun
Sample Sentence: The artist’s career reached its acme when she won the international award.
Luster
A gentle sheen or soft glow, often referring to the shine of a surface.
Part of Speech: Noun
Sample Sentence: The diamond had a brilliant luster that caught everyone’s attention.
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