English 3 Vocabulary
Lesson 7 Words
Assignments:
1. Lesson 7, pg. 29-30
2. Write a paragraph using 5 of the words.
1. Bumptious
ADJ meaning conceited and arrogant; crudely and unpleasantly forward.
Sentence: After listening to Donald go on and on about himself, we came to the conclusion that he
can be annoying and bumptious.
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2. Cite
V meaning to quote; to mention by way of example or proof; to commend for bravery in an official
report; to summon to appear before a court.
Sentence: The accident report cited Sgt. Hood's actions in saving the child from drowning.
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3. Consonant
ADJ meaning in agreement, accord, harmony; as a N, it means any letter of the alphabet that is not a
vowel.
Sentence: The bass player and drummer provided a consonant background to the song's vocals and lead
guitar.
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4. Gibe
V meaning to make mocking remarks; to jeer; to scoff at; as a N, it means a derisive remark; a taunt.
Sentence: The cornerback kept up his gibes until the rookie wide receiver lost his temper and swung at
him, getting a 15-yard personal foul penalty for unnecessary roughness.
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5. Repartee
N meaning a quick, witty reply or retort; skill in making clever, witty replies.
Sentence: People in TV shows always have such good, funny repartee, unlike those of us in real life.
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6. Rudiment
N meaning a fundamental principle, rule, or step; an early or undeveloped form or stage of something.
Sentence: I'd say that a rudiment of woodworking is to make sure you measure twice (double-check
yourself) so that you only have to cut once.
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7. Sanction
N meaning authorized permission or approval; a step taken by a country to force another country to
obey international law; as a V, it means to confirm, to approve, or to permit officially.
Sentence: I think we've all heard about the United Nations placing sanctions on Iran for trying to make
nuclear weapons.
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8. Satiate
V meaning to satisfy an appetite fully; to provide with more than enough; to glut.
Sentence: The Bacon Lover's Omelet, with three pancakes on the side, definitely satiates me whenever
we eat at IHOP.
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9. Subservient ADJ meaning submissive; obedient; useful or of service, especially as a subordinate.
Sentence: Many cultures require women to be subservient toward men.
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10. Vivacious
ADJ meaning animated; lively; spirited; sprightly (not animated like a cartoon).
Sentence: Maria has such a vivacious personality that she seems to light up a room.
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