Saint George School Spellathon 2013

1st Form Spelling Words 1. Immensely Definition: an exceedingly great extent or degree. Sentence: "He was immensely more important to the project as a scientist than as an administrator" 4. Meager Definition: Deficient in richness, fertility, or vigor; feeble. Sentence: He had meager resources to travel. 7. Detain Definition: To keep from proceeding; delay or retard. Sentence: Due to his detain they were all delayed to the rehearsal. 10. Intricate Definition: Having many complexly arranged elements; elaborate. Sentence: They used intricate patterns to create the masterpiece. 13. Ethnicity Definition: Ethnic character, background, or affiliation. Sentence: Ethnicity has a strong influence on community status relations 2. Cowered 3. Antics Definition: To cringe in fear. Definition: absurd or Sentence: He cowered away grotesque acts or postures from the angry dog. Sentence: Her antics costumes did not impress the crowd. 5. Goaded Definition: An agent or means of prodding or urging; a stimulus. Sentence: Mobs goaded by blind hatred 8. Unrequited Definition: not returned in kind; "unrequited (unanswered) love. Sentence: He felt unrequited by his friend. 11. Simultaneously Definition: Happening, existing, or done at the same time Sentence: They spoke simultaneously. 14. Exotic Definition: Intriguingly unusual or different; excitingly strange. Sentence: If something can be explained simply, in a familiar way, then it is best to avoid more exotic explanations 6. Alleviate Definition: To make (pain, for example) more bearable. Sentence: The doctor tried to alleviate the pain. 9. Parched Definition: To make extremely dry, especially by exposure to heat. Sentence: The midsummer sun parched the earth. 12. Egotism Definition: An inflated sense of one's own importance; conceit. Sentence: His egotism was evident throughout the conversation. 15. Convoluted Definition: Having numerous overlapping coils or folds. Sentence: He used a convoluted method to save the situation.

16. Predicament Definition: A situation, especially an unpleasant, troublesome, or trying one, from which extrication is difficult. Sentence: Werner finds himself suddenly in a most awkward predicament 19. Edible Definition: Something fit to be eaten; food. Sentence: Are these berries edible? 22. Onomatopoeia Definition: The formation or use of words such as buzz or murmur that imitate the sounds associated with the objects or actions they refer to. Sentence: but one might hazard a guess that some onomatopoeia is lurking just around the corner 25. Omniscient Definition: Having total knowledge; knowing everything. Sentence: It appeared to be omniscient and omnipotent, and yet was neither seen nor heard. 28. homeostasis Definition: The ability or tendency of an organism or cell to maintain internal equilibrium by adjusting its

17. Nurture Definition: Something that nourishes; sustenance. Sentence: I'm not going to nurture her in luxury and idleness after Linton is gone. 20. Infallible Definition: Incapable of failing; certain. Sentence: The Catholic Church considers the Pope infallible 23. Exaggeration Definition: To enlarge or increase to an abnormal degree. Sentence: She thought that one could not talk about exaggeration where Christianity was concerned.

18. Immensely Definition: Of boundless or immeasurable size or extent Sentence: Harold is so immensely clever that he can scarcely help learning.

26. Predicament Definition: A situation, especially an unpleasant, troublesome, or trying one, from which extrication is difficult. Sentence: Werner finds himself suddenly in a most awkward predicament. 29. carbohydrates Definition: Any of a group of organic compounds that includes sugars, starches, celluloses, and gums and

21. Procrastination Definition: To put off doing something, especially out of habitual carelessness or laziness. Sentence: Procrastination is the thief of time. 24. Bison Definition: A bovine mammal (Bison bison) of western North America, having large forequarters, a shaggy mane, and a massive head with short curved horns; a buffalo. Sentence: we think of the bison or the wild sheep of our own world. 27. Stimulus Definition: An agent, action, or condition that elicits or accelerates a physiological or psychological activity or response Sentence: the rest needed only a slight stimulus to make a similar avowal 30. mitochondrion Definition: A spherical or elongated organelle in the cytoplasm of nearly all eukaryotic cells, containing

physiological processes. Sentence: With little or no thought, you maintain and restore your homeostasis all the time

serves as a major energy source in the diet of animals. Sentence: Potatoes are full of carbohydrates.

genetic material Sentence: renewed interest has come from the growing realization that a mitochondrion is more than just a cellular furnace.

31. Ribosome Definition: A minute round particle composed of RNA and protein that is found in the cytoplasm of living cells Sentence: Ribosome exist in both eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells. 34. Chromosomes Definition: A circular strand of DNA in bacteria that contains the hereditary information necessary for cell life. Sentence: Humans have 22 chromosome pairs 37. Gene Definition: A segment of DNA, occupying a specific place on a chromosome, which is the basic unit of heredity. Sentence: If the children are red-haired, one of their parents must have a gene for red hair. 40. Arithmetic Definition: the branch of mathematics concerned with numerical calculations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division Sentence: I'll work all my arithmetic problems without any help

32. Diffusion Definition: The movement of atoms or molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration. Sentence: Atoms and small molecules can move across a cell membrane by diffusion. 35. Mitosis Definition: The entire process of cell division including division of the nucleus and the cytoplasm. Sentence: When a cell undergoes mitosis, the chromosomes condense into 46 compact bodies. 38. Ecosystem Definition: A community of organisms together with their physical environment Sentence: the problems facing fish and the marine ecosystem are not inevitable, 41. Laboratory Definition: A room or building equipped for scientific experimentation or research. Sentence: He used his laboratory for all the experiments.

33. Respiration Definition: The act or process of inhaling and exhaling; breathing. Sentence: Respiration in green plants occurs during photosynthesis.

36. Heredity Definition: The genetic transmission of characteristics from parent to offspring. Sentence: Heredity is not a factor in causing the cancer. 39. Biosphere Definition: The part of the earth and its atmosphere in which living organisms exist or that is capable of supporting life. Sentence: The biosphere is an irregularly shaped, relatively thin zone 42. Tangible Definition: Possible to touch. Sentence: The air was warm and close--palpable as cotton.

43. Syllable Definition: The slightest bit of spoken or written expression Sentence: Do not alter a syllable of this message. 46. Amphibian Definition: An animal capable of living both on land and in water. Sentence: Frogs are amphibians.

49. Handkerchief Definition: a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory. Sentence: She blew her nose on her already damp handkerchief.

52. Maneuver Definition: A movement or procedure involving skill and dexterity. Sentence: He had no room to maneuver the car. 55. Quantity Definition: A considerable amount or number. Sentence: They considered a large quantity of food for

44. Organization Definition: The act or process of organizing. The state or manner of being organized. Sentence: Paola maintains great organization skills. 47. Zoology Definition: The branch of biology that deals with animals and animal life, including the study of the structure, physiology, development, and classification of animals. Sentence: They brought a book on zoology to show and tell. 50. Civilization Definition: The type of culture and society developed by a particular nation or region or in a particular epoch Sentence: The people slowly progressed from barbarism to civilization" the people slowly progressed from barbarism to civilization. 53. Predecessor Definition: Something that has been succeeded by another. Sentence: The new building is more spacious than its predecessor. 56. Chauffer Definition: To serve as a driver for (another). Sentence: The bus comes with a chauffer.

45. Irrefutable Definition: Impossible to refute or disprove; incontrovertible. Sentence: He presented irrefutable evidence. 48. Misfortune Definition: Sentence:

51. Classification Definition: systematic placement in categories. Sentence: The classification of each species was based on their similarities.

54. Warranty Definition: Official authorization, sanction, or warrant. Sentence: The product has a 10 year warranty. 57. Community Definition: A group of people living in the same locality and under the same government.

the activity. 58. Dehydration 59. Hygiene Definition: Conditions and practices that serve to promote or preserve health. Sentence: Be extra careful about personal hygiene.

Sentence: A community can be small. 60. Misunderstood Definition: Incorrectly understood or interpreted. Sentence: They misunderstood the question.

Definition: Excessive loss of water from the body or from an organ or body part, as from illness or fluid deprivation. Sentence: To prevent dehydration you need to drink water regularly.

61. Obnoxious Definition: Very annoying or objectionable; offensive or odious Sentence: The smell of that mixture is really obnoxious.

62. Intelligible Definition: capable of being apprehended by the mind or intellect alone. Sentence: His answer was barely intelligible because he was speaking through a mouthful of food. 64. Evanescent 65. Capitalization Definition: Vanishing or Definition: writing in capital likely to vanish like vapor. letters, an estimation of the Sentence: Evanescent light value of a business. from other windows fall just Sentence: Capitalization out of gray churches takes a lot of thought. 67. Attractive Definition: Pleasing to the eye or mind; charming. Sentence: It sounds like an attractive opportunity. 70. Pamphlet Definition: An unbound printed work, usually with a paper cover. Sentence: They wrote a political pamphlet, 73. Opponent Definition: One that opposes another or others in a battle, contest, controversy, or debate. Sentence: He beat his opponent by four points. 76. Materialism Definition: interest in and desire for money,

63. Emulate Definition: to attempt to equal or surpass, esp by imitation Sentence: Children often emulate their parents.

66. Accuse Definition: to charge (a person or persons) with some fault, offence, crime, etc Sentence: You need to be sure before you accuse someone. 68. Optimistic 69. Tendency Definition: One who usually Definition: A predisposition to expects a favorable think, act, behave, or outcome. proceed in a particular way. Sentence: She keeps an Sentence: She had a optimistic attitude. tendency of giving up too easy. 71. Duplicate 72. Disposition Definition: Identically copied Definition: The power or from an original. liberty to control, direct, or Sentence: He managed to dispose. find a perfect duplicate of Sentence: A patronizing the ring she had lost. disposition always has its meaner side 74. Flamboyant 75. Protocol Definition: Highly elaborate. Definition: The forms of Sentence: She used a ceremony and etiquette flamboyant fabric. observed by diplomats and heads of state. Sentence: They followed protocol for the Royal Wedding. 77. Willful 78. Genuine Definition: Said or done on Definition: not fake or purpose; deliberate. counterfeit; original; real;

possessions, etc., rather than spiritual or ethical values Sentence: Materialism cannot grasp this essential concept 79. Cylinder

Sentence: She had a willful gesture.

authentic. Sentence: He shows a genuine desire to improve.

80. Deceive Definition: To cause to believe what is not true; mislead. Sentence: appearances can deceive.

81. Criticize Definition: To judge the merits and faults of; analyze and evaluate. Sentence: You shouldnt criticize others.

Definition: a surface formed by a line moving round a closed plane curve at a fixed angle to it. Sentence: The brake cylinder of his car is leaking. 82. Geography

83. Immediate Definition: Occurring at once; instant Sentence: The principal gave me an immediate response.

Definition: The study of the earth and its features and of the distribution of life on the earth, including human life and the effects of human activity. Sentence: He is studying geography. 85. Matriarchal Definition: A woman who rules a family, clan, or tribe. Sentence: A matriarchal society in which female leaders work to avoid conflict.

84. Democracy Definition: Government by the people, exercised either directly or through elected representatives. Sentence: The spread of democracy in Eastern Europe

86. Mercantilism Definition: The practice, methods, or spirit of merchants; commercialism. Sentence: Mercantilism is the theory that when a nation's foreign trade grows.

87. Nullification Definition: the act of nullifying; making null and void; counteracting or overriding the effect or force of something Sentence: The nullification process was completed.

88. Ratification Definition: To approve and give formal sanction to; confirm Sentence: We had to get ratification from the city before a new playground could be built.

89. Sectionalism Definition: Excessive devotion to local interests and customs. Sentence: I did not use sectionalism to open my book.

90. Counterculture Definition: A culture, especially of young people, with values or lifestyles in opposition to those of the established culture. Sentence: they overturn our thinking and challenge us to adopt the way of life of a radical counterculture. 93. Fugitive Definition: Running away or fleeing, as from the law. Sentence: He was a fugitive from justice.

92. Integration Definition: The act of combining into an integral Definition: Oppressive, whole dictatorial control. Sentence: The integration Sentence: Fascism appeared of the new computer in Europe before World War software was competed II. ahead of schedule. 94. Monopoly 95. Sanctions Definition: A penalty, specified or in the form of moral pressure, that acts to ensure compliance or conformity. Sentence: The soldier's action did not have the sanction of his commanding officer. 98. Socialism Definition: a theory or system of social organization advocating placing the ownership and control of capital, land, and means of production in the community as a whole. Sentence: The most important recent event in the history of socialism is

91.

Fascism

Definition: Exclusive control by one group of the means of producing or selling a commodity or service. Sentence: When you have a monopoly you can ask any price you like. 97. Scrutinize Definition: To examine or observe with great care; inspect critically. Sentence: During any kind of subjective research you must scrutinize your sources.

96. Naturalization Definition: the process of assuming or being granted citizenship of a country, usually a country other than that of the persons origin. Sentence: Jose went through the process of naturalization in order to become a citizen of the United States. 99. Populism Definition: A political philosophy supporting the rights and power of the people in their struggle against the privileged elite. Sentence: Populism usually combines elements of the left and right.

the collapse of Soviet communism. 100. Recession

Definition: The act of withdrawing or going back. Sentence: The last recession was mild.