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This lesson focuses on five essential vocabulary words: "alternate," "diversity," "universal," "propel," and "tributary." Each word is provided with its pronunciation, definition, synonyms, and antonyms, alongside example sentences that demonstrate the meaning in context. By enhancing your vocabulary through these words, you will expand your linguistic skills and comprehension in English. Explore the significance of each term and practice using them in your daily conversations to improve your communication abilities.
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Vocabulary Lesson 3 (words 1-5) English 7
Objective • I will expand my knowledge of vocabulary words.
Pronunciation 1 • “alternate” • [awl-ter-neyt]
Alternate (verb; noun; adjective) • Definition— • Verb: to follow by turns; to take • Noun: a substitute • Adj: substitute
Sentences showing the meaning of the word: • The students took turns getting out their English folders, alternating the job between student #1, 2, 3, and 4. • The coach sent in the alternate when his star forward twisted his ankle.
Synonyms • Substitute • Take turns • Change
Antonyms • Continue • Permanent • Remain
Pronunciation 2 • “Diversity” • [dih-vur-si-tee]
Diversity (noun) • Definition: difference; unlikeness; variety
Sentences showing the meaning of the word: • The change in season brought a diversity of colors to the leaves on the trees. • Looking around the room, Sarah could tell that the diversity of her classmates was great.
Synonyms • Assortment • Variety • Difference
Antonyms • Identical • Similar • Uniform
Word Family • Diverse (adjective) • Diversify (verb)
Pronunciation 3 • “Universal” • [yoo-nuh-vur-suhl]
Universal (adjective) • Definition: present everywhere; unlimited; that can be used for many different kinds, sizes, and so on.
Sentences showing the meaning of the word: • The tag on the t-shirt said, “one size fits all,” showing its universal sizing. • Music is a universal language, able to be understood by anyone of any language or culture.
Synonyms • Widespread • General • Common
Antonyms • Specific • Narrow • Unconventional
Pronunciation 4 • “Propel” • [pruh-pel]
Propel (Verb) • Definition: to push or drive forward
Sentences showing the meaning of the word: • As the driver pressed the gas pedal, the car propelled forward and entered the intersection. • The mother propels her child in the stroller so she doesn’t have to carry him on the long walk to the park.
Synonyms • Push • Launch • Drive
Antonyms • Hinder • Stop • Halt
Pronunciation 5 • “Tributary” • [trib-yuh-ter-ee]
Tributary (Noun) • Definition: a small stream flowing into a larger one; owed or paid as a tribute; contributory
Sentences showing the meaning of the word: • After the heavy flooding created new water paths, the small creek became a tributary to a nearby larger river. • In St. Louis, Missouri, the Missouri River becomes a tributary as it flows into the larger Mississippi River.
Synonyms • Stream, Creek • Supplementary • Secondary
Antonyms • Primary • Major • Superior
Word Family • Tribute (noun)