Level Two Vocab words- LIst #1 Flashcards
Utilitarian
adjective
Pratical and functional, not just for show
syn-simple/pratical
ex) The school was utlitarian, there was no money put towards the looks.
Dissident
Noun
A person who opposes official policies or rules
syn-rebel
ex) I decicded to be dissident and show up late to every class becasue I know my teachers wouldnt like it.
lax
adjective
Not strict or severe
syn-relaxed
ex) My mom is so lax, she let me stay out untill 1am, she couldn’t care less aslong as I was safe.
Admonish
verb
(To warn, advise, or counsel against something) To speak with someone in a way that expresses disapproval
syn-yell at/ get mad
ex) His teacher would admonish him angrily everytime he was late to class,
Subordiante
adjective
Lower rank or position, less important
syn-role under
ex)Teachers are subordinates to the princial, they don’t have as much authority
Cohesive
adjective
Describes something that sticks together literally or figuratively
syn-united
ex)The class worked so well together that they became a cohesive unit, they worked well together.
Inherent
adjective
Belonging to or being a part of the nature of a preson or thing
syn-natually good
ex)He had an inherent understanding of math and didnt need help from others.
Fabricate
verb
To make by art or skill and labor
syn-create/make
ex) He can fabricate the exact formula without even knowing any technical terms.
Vindicated
verb
To clear (someone) from blame or accusation
syn-allowed/excused
ex) Although he was always late to class, his success vindicated him of anything his peers thought he did wrong.
Alacrity
noun
Cheerful promptness or willingness; eaagerness; speed or quickness
syn-enthusiasm
ex) The teacher was so thrilled the school year was over she greeted everyone with more alacrty then shes ever had.
