Vocabulary unit 1 set A Flashcards
Bonanza
A rich mass of ore in a mine; something very valuable, profitable or rewarding; a source of wealth or prosperity; a very large amount; sudden profit or gain.
Churlish
Lacking politeness or good manners; lacking sensitivity; difficult to work with or deal with.
Collaborate
To work with, work together.
Excerpt
A passage taken from a book , article, etc; to take such a passage.
Grope
To feel about hesitantly with the hands; to search blindly or uncertainly.
Jostle
To make or force one’s way by pushing or elbowing; to bump, brush against.
Laggard
A person who moves slowly or falls behind; falling behind slow to move act or respond.
Plaudits
applause, enthusiastic praise or approval.
Revert
To return go back
Vigil
A watch, especially at night; any period of watchful attention.