Vocabulary Group 11 Pre-AP
Blocks 2,8Students will copy the word, meaning, and an example sentence into the vocabulary section of their spirals. The quiz is next Wednesday and the notes will be checked the same day.
In order, one after another
consecutive
These integers are listed in consecutive order, from least to greatest.We won the award for seven
consecutive years in a row.
A long period of time in the past
era
It would have been so cool to live during the era of the dinosaurs!
Hasty, too fast, in a rush
headlong
Mrs. Myers rushed headlong into her meeting room, hurrying as fast as she could.
Jamey rushed headlong into the girls’ restroom, trying to get there quickly to take care of an emergency!
Last-minute; without preparation; on the spot
impromptu
Uncle Leo was not ready for the impromptu speech at the party. He at least wanted a little bit of time to practice first!
To start; to begin without being told
initiate
Martina initiated the conversation with Paul by walking up to him and introducing herself.
Something that is there to stay (possibly forever)
permanent
Something that happened before, or prior to, something else happening
Prior to the flood, we were warned about needing to leave the area.
prior
A quick break; a brief rest
respite
He relaxed in his comfortable chair, taking a brief respite from the busy day.
necessary right now!
It is urgent that you call me right away! You areNOT going to believe this!!!
urgent
