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Week 9

Week 9. Over and Under. sub = below, under trans = across, over. subconscious (noun). Def : the part of the mind’s function of which you are not aware Sentence: Something in my subconscious told me that things were not quite right, but I wasn’t sure what. (compound sentence).

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Week 9

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  1. Week 9

  2. Over and Under • sub = below, under • trans = across, over

  3. subconscious (noun) Def: • the part of the mind’s function of which you are not aware Sentence: • Something in my subconscious told me that things were not quite right, but I wasn’t sure what. (compound sentence)

  4. subconscious • Despite the fact that the man became an accountant, he subconsciously felt he was meant to be a ninja. (complex sentence)

  5. subdue (verb) Def: • to conquer or bring under control Sentence: • The lion tamer was able to subdue the agitated animal, for he demonstrated great control. (Compound Sentence)

  6. subdue • After recess, the teacher’s soothing voice successfully subdued her noisy students, and they quietly began to work independently. (Compound Complex Sentence)

  7. subjugate (verb) Def: • to bring under control by force Sentence: • While the people rioted in the street, the military tried to subjugate them. (Complex Sentence)

  8. subjugate • If the boss’s employees did not agree with him, he threatened to subjugate them, and he meant it. (CCS)

  9. subterranean (adj.) Def: • beneath the earth’s surface Sentence: • The subterranean cave took us down 500 meters from the cave’s entrance, and we all began to panic. (Compound Sentence)

  10. subterranean • In The City of Ember, Lina and Doon live in a subterranean city that is slowly destructing. (Complex Sentence)

  11. transfer (verb) Def: • to carry or send from one person or place to another Sentence: • In frustration, the unhappy student asked to be transferred to a different gym class. (Complex Sentence)

  12. transfer • Upon having an idea, Sophia went on iTunes, and she transferred her music onto her iPod. (CCS)

  13. transform (verb) Def: • to change in form or appearance Sentence: • The fairy godmother transformed the pumpkin into a carriage, and Cinderella travelled to the ball in style. (Compound Sentence)

  14. transform • Cruising down the freeway, everyone stared in awe as Optimus Prime transformed into a massive 18-wheeler. (Complex Sentence)

  15. translucent (adj) Def: • permitting some light to pass through, but giving an unclear image Sentence: • The curtains were translucent, allowing only a little light to pass through. (Complex Sentence)

  16. translucent • While playing Hide and Seek, Sally was quickly found hiding behind the translucent screen, and she realized her hiding spot was not a wise choice. (CCS)

  17. transplant (verb) Def: • to plant in another place Sentence: • I transplanted my entire flower garden to a spot where it could get more sun, yet they still began to wilt. (Compound Sentence)

  18. transplant • After the man donated a portion of his liver, the doctors were able to transplant it into the patient’s body. (Complex Sentence)

  19. Week 10

  20. Before and After • fore = before, toward • pre = before, toward • post = after, behind

  21. forecast (verb) • to predict or estimate in advance • The economic forecast for 2011 shows steady growth in the housing market.

  22. forecast • The weatherman forecasted that it will snow this week.

  23. forethought (noun) • a thought that comes beforehand, a prediction • With a little forethought, you can save yourself a lot of work later on.

  24. forethought • She had the forethought to bring along an umbrella in case it rained.

  25. forewarn (verb) • To warn beforehand • The weather bureau forewarned the residents of the approaching storm.

  26. forewarn • The girl’s parents forewarned her that if she failed Language Arts, she would be grounded for life.

  27. posthumous (adj) • happening after someone’s death • The posthumous reading of his will offered many surprises about his wealth.

  28. posthumous • The soldier was awarded a posthumous medal for his valor.

  29. postpone (verb) • to put off until a later time • Would it be okay with you if we postponed our appointment until next week?

  30. postpone • The baseball game was postponed until tomorrow because of the rain.

  31. preamble (noun) • an introduction or introductory explanation • The preamble briefly explained what the intent of the document was.

  32. preamble • Mr. Wilt made his classes memorize the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution.

  33. precaution (noun) • care taken beforehand • Looking both ways before crossing the street is a precaution that everyone should practice.

  34. precaution • The boy’s mother took extra precautions by making sure he was dressed warmly before going outside.

  35. premature (adj) • happening or ripening before the natural or proper time. • The premature baby was born a month too soon and was very small.

  36. premature • Too much exposure to the sun can cause the premature aging of skin.

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