Week 9
Over and Under • sub = below, under • trans = across, over
subconscious (noun) • the part of the mind’s function of which you are not aware • Something in my subconscious told me that things were not quite right.
subconscious • Despite the fact that the man became an accountant, he subconsciously felt he was meant to be a ninja.
subdue (verb) • to conquer or bring under control • The lion tamer was able to subdue the agitated animal.
subdue • The teacher’s soothing voice successfully subdued her noisy students after recess.
subjugate (verb) • to bring under control by force • The military tried to subjugate the people who were rioting in the streets.
subjugate • The boss subjugated his employees by telling them they would be fired if they did not agree with him.
subterranean (adj.) • beneath the earth’s surface • The subterranean cave took us down 500 meters from the cave’s entrance.
subterranean • In The City of Ember, Lina and Doon live in a subterranean city that is slowly destructing.
transfer (verb) • to carry or send from one person or place to another • The unhappy student asked to be transferred to a different gym class.
transfer • Sophia went on iTunes to transfer music onto her iPod.
transform (verb) • to change in form or appearance • The fairy godmother transformed the pumpkin into a carriage.
transform • Everyone stared in awe as Optimus Prime transformed into a massive 18-wheeler.
translucent (adj) • permitting some light to pass through but giving an unclear image • The curtains were translucent, allowing only a little light to pass through.
translucent • While playing Hide and Seek, Sally was quickly found after hiding behind the translucent screen.
transplant (verb) • to plant in another place • I transplanted my entire flower garden to a spot where it could get more sun.
transplant • After the man donated a portion of his liver, the doctors were able to transplant it into the patient’s body.
Week 10
Before and After • fore = before, toward • pre = before, toward • post = after, behind
forecast (verb) • to predict or estimate in advance • The economic forecast for 2011 shows steady growth in the housing market.
forecast • The weatherman forecasted that it will snow this week.
forethought (noun) • a thought that comes beforehand, a prediction • With a little forethought, you can save yourself a lot of work later on.
forethought • She had the forethought to bring along an umbrella in case it rained.
forewarn (verb) • To warn beforehand • The weather bureau forewarned the residents of the approaching storm.
forewarn • The girl’s parents forewarned her that if she failed Language Arts, she would be grounded for life.
posthumous (adj) • happening after someone’s death • The posthumous reading of his will offered many surprises about his wealth.
posthumous • The soldier was awarded a posthumous medal for his valor.
postpone (verb) • to put off until a later time • Would it be okay with you if we postponed our appointment until next week?
postpone • The baseball game was postponed until tomorrow because of the rain.
preamble (noun) • an introduction or introductory explanation • The preamble briefly explained what the intent of the document was.
preamble • Mr. Wilt made his classes memorize the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution.
precaution (noun) • care taken beforehand • Looking both ways before crossing the street is a precaution that everyone should practice.
precaution • The boy’s mother took extra precautions by making sure he was dressed warmly before going outside.
premature (adj) • happening or ripening before the natural or proper time. • The premature baby was born a month too soon and was very small.
premature • Too much exposure to the sun can cause the premature aging of skin.
