Big Nate - In a Class by Himself — Vocabulary
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insolentrudely disrespectful Even though the officer remained calm, the driver continued to be insolent and uncooperative.more Show sample from book REASON FOR DETENTION: Insolencep.84.94 more insolent → insolence:rude disrespect Show general definition rudely disrespectful -- especially toward someone in authority
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diversiondistraction (from something more important) The attack on the capital was a diversion to draw troops away from the port city.more Show sample from book "ANY kind of diversion!" I say. "Just distract Mr. Rosa for five or ten seconds. That's all the time I'll need."p.116.42 more something to draw attention Show general definition for diversion (as in: a diversion to draw troops away) a distraction -- something that draws someone's attention so they don't notice something else
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obnoxiousvery rude or unpleasant An obnoxious woman was making a scene.more Show sample from book Sisters don't have to be teenagers to be obnoxious, though.p.24.12 more rude and unpleasant
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forgerya fake (a copy meant to look like the original) The painting is a forgery.more Show sample from book Isn't forgery, like, a CRIME?p.47.21 more making a copy of something and saying it is the original Show general definition something that is represented as real even though it is a fake; or the making of such a fake item
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phasephase → phases:periods of time or stages during the development of something It is a planned community that will be built in 5 phases.more Show sample from book There was even a photo of him from his "hair replacement system" phase.p.182.2 a period of time during the development of someone or something Show general definition for phase (as in: a critical phase) a period of time or a stage during the development of something
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expelexpel → expulsion:the act of forcing out (in this case, kicking someone out of school) Her records show expulsion from two schools.more Show sample from book Or expelled.†p.43.3 expel → expelled:forced out Show general definition force out especially in 2 primary senses: kicking someone out of an organization -- such as a school or country squeezing something to eliminate a liquid or gas
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amnesialoss of memory The movie is about a woman who suffers amnesia and doesn't even remember her husband.more Show sample from book I pretend to hit my head against the door on my way into the classroom, then act like I've got amnesia.p.34.9 Show general definition loss of memory (partial or total)
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portfoliocollection of examples of creative work I showed her my portfolio of photographs.more Show sample from book We have to write our own poems in a "poetry portfolio."p.94.9 a collection of examples of creative work Show general definition for portfolio (as in: showed her creative portfolio) a collection of examples of creative work
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assortmentvariety (of something) She bought an assortment of candies to fill the party bags—chocolates, gummies, and lollipops.more Show sample from book I have feasted on all sorts of noodles, I have tried an assortment of strudels.p.95.1 a variety of a kind of a thing Show general definition a collection containing a variety of a sort of a thing
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operaa classical music play in which most of the dialogue is sung She is a popular opera singer.more Show sample from book There's also stuff I definitely WON'T achieve greatness in, like opera, synchronized swimming, and cat grooming.†p.9.1 a musical play with orchestra in which most of the dialogue is sung (or the art form that consists of such musicals; or describing something as related to that art form) Show general definition a form of musical theater with orchestra in which most of the words are sung, often in a classical style and sometimes in a foreign language
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bafflebaffle → baffled:perplexed (unable to make sense of) The police were baffled by the crime scene, which showed no signs of forced entry or struggle.more Show sample from book I look at him, still baffled.p.154.6 baffle → baffled:completely confused Show general definition for baffle (as in: baffled her) to perplex or confuse someone
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sprainsprain → sprained:joint injury from twisting She couldn’t play in the soccer game because of a sprained ankle from practice.more Show sample from book I wrap my hand in bandages, then tell her I can't write because I sprained my wrist.†p.34.3 sprain → sprained:injured the ligaments of a joint by stretching them too far (ligaments are the tough, fibrous bands that connect bones across joints) Show general definition injury to the ligaments of a joint caused by stretching them too far -- most commonly injuring the ankle (ligaments are the tough, fibrous bands that connect bones across joints) Show editor's word notes Note that a strain is a similar injury caused by stretching the muscle until it rips.
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highlighthighlight → highlights:best parts Did you watch the video highlights?more Show sample from book The highlight of the year was when Mr. Galvin's dentures fell out during his lecture on earthquakes.p.80.5 best part Show general definition for highlight (as in: highlights of the year) something that stands out
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dynamicenergetic and enthusiastic She is a dynamic speaker.more Show sample from book That means I'm dynamic, loyal, and chock-full of animal magnetism.p.67.1 energetic (on the move; making changes) Show general definition for dynamic (as in: a dynamic personality) energetic or powerful -- often inspiring others
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caricaturea drawing that exaggerates physical traits for comedic effect The artist drew a caricature of the politician, exaggerating his features for comedic effect.more Show sample from book I specialize in caricatures of teachers.†p.8.8 caricature → caricatures:a representation that exaggerates or highlights certain aspects Show general definition a representation that exaggerates or highlights certain aspects -- especially of a person for comic effect; or creating a drawing with such exaggeration
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gullibleeasily tricked because of being too trusting She looks for gullible tourists who are easily separated from their money.more Show sample from book Frankly, they're not very bright. Or maybe they're just really gullible.p.11.9 Show general definition easily tricked because of being too trusting
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limericka 5-line poem with a rhyme scheme of aabba Bella offered to pick up the tab for each of us who was willing to compose and share a limerick.more Show sample from book LIMERICK by Nate Wright: I have feasted on all sorts of noodles, I have tried an assortment of strudels. Of the foods that I've eaten, Only one can't be beaten: An extra large bag of Cheez Doodles.p.95.1 a humorous 5-line poem with a rhyme scheme of aabba Show general definition a humorous poem consisting of 5 lines with a rhyme scheme aabba Show editor's word notes Limericks often have a 9-9-6-6-9 or 8-8-5-5-8 cadence and are ridiculous. Often they are slightly indecent. Here is an example of a tame limerick: There once was a man from Nantucket Who kept all his cash in a bucket. But his daughter, named Nan, Ran away with a man And as for the bucket, Nantucket.
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Picassoprolific and influential Spanish artist who lived in France (1881-1973) The Art Institute of Chicago became the first American museum to put a Picasso on permanent display after it bought "The Old Guitarist" from his blue period.more Show sample from book He's like a junior Picasso!†p.112.71 more prolific and influential Spanish artist who lived in France
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Sherlock Holmesfamous detective in make believe stories Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes stories have inspired countless film and television adaptations, making the pipe-smoking detective from 221B Baker Street one of the most recognizable fictional characters in the world.more Show sample from book Why is he acting all Sherlock Holmes on me?p.49.9 Show general definition fictitious detective introduced in stories by Arthur Conan Doyle and appearing in numerous film adaptations; known for deducing occurrences by with keen observations and logical reasoning
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Jurassicfrom the geologic period of the dinosaurs (about 175 million years ago) The museum’s Jurassic exhibit, featuring life-sized dinosaur replicas, is a hit with children.more Show sample from book Mr. Galvin's been teaching at P.S. 38 since the Jurassic period.p.181.1 age of dinosaurs roughly 150-200 million years ago Show general definition a geologic period that began roughly 200 million years ago and which lasted roughly 50 million years; dinosaurs, conifers