Vocaulary 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; rude
Collaborate
To work with, work together
Excerpt
A passage taken from a book, article, etc. (v) To take such a passage; To quote
Grope
To feel about hesitantly with hands; to search blindly and uncertainly
Jostle
To make or force one’s way by pushing or elbowing; to bump, brush against, to compete for.
Laggard
A person who moves slowly or falls behind; (adj) 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.