Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop Level C: Unit 1-3

What is an antonym for servile?

harm or loss; injury, damage; a disadvantage

Fill in the blank: The priest recited an inspiring ________ from the book

showing boldness and imagination

2. ridiculous and unpredictable behavior or actions

consumer goods used repeatedly over a series of years

What word is this? (N) to return, go back

a spoiled, pampered person; one with low morals

reckless; heartless, unjustifiable; loose in morals

What is a synonym for excerpt?

During my many years of studying and teaching, I have ________ a library of books.

to make valueless, take away all force or effect

Despite the teacher's warning, Ben continued to engage in ________, disruptive acts at lunch.

described in well-known stories; existing in old stories (legends) rather than in real life

Fill in the blank: The company tried to _____ the Union

What is a synonym for jostle?

Someone who has been seriously injured downhill skiing might be ________ about going again.

overcrowded, filled or occupied to excess

It is important to travel and be well-read so that you can have a broader _________ on life.

Fill in the blank: The _______ from the crowd was overwhelming

What word is this?: (v) to issue such an order to command firmly or forcefully (n) an order

It is imperative to _________ a certain amount of time to studying each night.

Philosophers make a living _________ with life's most difficult questions.

giving freely, generous; plentiful, given abundantly

with extreme care or caution

to change direction or course suddenly, turn aside

1. declared openly and without shame, acknowledged

Children in large families often have to _______ for their parents' attention.

to make as small as possible, make the least of

What word is this?: (Adj) lacking politeness or good manners; lacking sensitivity; rude

Students who fail to _________ with school rules might be asked to leave.

The Navy Seals are an _________ team of highly trained personnel sent on special missions.

in a disguised state, under an assumed name or identity

Recent reports of accidents during travel have left me _________ of joy about the coming trip.

Fill in the blank: The siblings ______ over who was to use Netflix

Fill in the blank: He tried to _____ for an edge as he climbed the mountain

Fill in the blank: Since their extraordinary invention, the company had made a _______of profit

energetic, willing and able to start something new

What is a synonym for citadel?

3. talk that is playful and teasing

What word is this? (N) broken stone or bricks; ruins

In Georgia, it is considered cruel to _______ your dogs for long periods of time. Get a fence!

While his business plan was risky and ___________, it promised great profit if successful.

Fill in the blank: Instead if ____ing each other, the countries should try to _____

People that have read a wide variety are material are well-versed in a __________ of subjects.

economical, avoiding waste and luxury; scanty; scanty, poor, meager

to regard with reverence, look up to with great respect

What is an antonym for hover?

to exchange playful remarks, tease

to cripple, disable, injure, mar, disfigure, mutilate

In the 1940s and 50s, polio _______ many thousands of people around the world.

sturdy, not easily worn out or destroyed; lasting for a long time

The constant whining from the backseat __________ the tired mother as she drove home.

What is an antonym for evolve?

When contributing to class discussion, it is always best when your comments are __________.

Fill in the blank: On the very first note, the band made a _____ sound which didn‘t sound great

What is a synonym and an antonym for laggard?

She was very proud of her son who has a ____________ talent for playing musical instruments.

Certain news and radio personalities excel in __________ arguments and stirring up anger.

Fill in the blank: The guard kept ____ over the palace

Many of her female ancestors lived to 90, causing the woman to hope _________ was in her genes.

Regardless of our differences, Christians should be working in______to make the world better.

slanting or sloping; not straightforward or direct