Vocabulary!

 

Unit #1   (Don’t forget to draw a picture to for each one!)

WORD

Synonym / Antonym

Definition

Possible endings

Part of Speech

Abjure

Retract / Pledge

To renounce under oath.

-ation (n) –ed, -ing, -es

Verb

Abrogate

Annul / Institute

To abolish, do away with or annul.

-ion (n), -ed, -ing, -es

Verb

Abstemious

Sobriety / Gluttony

Characterized by abstinence or moderation.

-ly (adj.), -ness(n)

Verb

Acumen

Insight / Stupidity

Quickness and keenness of judgement.

Verb

Antebellum

Pre -War / Post-War

Belonging to the period before a war.

Adjective