Grade 10 Vocabulary. End of Semester Test

What is a set of beliefs, values, or principles that form the basis of a political or social system?

What is an imitation of something that is meant to be funny or satirical?

What is the definition of "having an irritatingly strong and unpleasant taste or smell"?

What is to handle clumsily or nervously?

What is the term for showing contempt; scornful?

What is the definition of "anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen"?

What is an inclination toward a particular characteristic or type of behavior?

What is the definition of "energetic and noisy activity"?

What is a person called who is highly skilled in music or another artistic pursuit?

What is the term for a chain or garland of flowers, leaves, or ribbons, hung in a curve as a decoration?

What is the act of subjecting someone to hostility or ill-treatment, often because of their race, religion, or beliefs?

What is the definition of "to speak in a loud, aggressive, or indignant way with little effect"?

What is to make someone extremely angry or irritated?

What is a feeling or expressing overwhelming happiness or joyful excitement?

What is the definition of "formal politeness and courtesy in behavior or speech"?

What is lacking substance, weight, or solidity; flimsy or fragile?

What is the term for a concentrated outpouring of something, typically words, blows, or criticism?

What is rich, abundant, or lush in growth or appearance?

What is the definition of "to walk at a slow, relaxed pace"?

What is a word for a delicate and fine material or substance, usually used to describe a thin and filmy fabric/cobweb?

What is the definition of "an item of additional material, typically omissions or corrections, added to a book"?

What is the definition of "to charm or enchant someone in a deceptive way"?

What is a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory?

What is unwillingness or disinclination to do something?

What is make continual twisting, squirming movements or contortions of the body?

What is the term for a serious, sensible, and solemn manner?

What is the definition of "a concentrated outpouring of something, typically words, blows, or criticism"?

What is person who hoards wealth and spends as little money as possible?

What is the definition of "a small room leading to a main one"?

What is the definition of "to become stiff or rigid with anger or irritation"?

What is a term for a style of art, architecture, and culture that originated in medieval Europe, that features darkness?

What is conscientiously or obediently fulfilling one's duty

What is a lack of seriousness or importance; insignificance?

What is the term for a woman who is admired for her courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities?

What is the definition of "a musical instrument, typically made of wood, with a deep, resonant tone"?

What is to ask someone earnestly or anxiously to do something?

What is the definition of "tied up; heading towards a particular destination"?

What is the definition of "without a name or any identifying features"?

What is a hollow, flexible structure resembling a bag or pouch?

What is to suggest or hint at something in an indirect or subtle way?

What is infinite or unrending time?

What is the definition of "a small ornamental band, typically worn on the head"?

What is to drive someone crazy or make them extremely angry?

What is a term for a dramatic work characterized by exaggerated emotions and sensational events?

What is the term for becoming thin and tattered with age?

What is in a way that involves physical strength, effort, or energy?

What is produce or provide (a natural, agricultural, or industrial product)?

What is an action displaying spectacular skill and daring.

What is a sense of disgust and loathing?

What is the term for an animal pursued by a hunter, hound, predatory mammal, or bird of prey?