<p> 5th six weeks 1 ACT WORD OF THE DAY</p><p>Mon. Feb 20 felon (noun) </p><p>A person guilty or capable of crime. </p><p>Members of the community were outraged when the convicted felon was released from prison early. </p><p>Tues. Feb 21 audible (adj) </p><p>Capable of being heard; loud enough to be heard. </p><p>The teachers remarks were barely audible amid the buzz of the noisy students. </p><p>Wed. Feb 22 inherent (adj) </p><p>Existing in something as a permanent and inseparable quality. </p><p>Tall people have an inherent advantage in sports where height is important, such as basketball. </p><p>Thurs. Feb 23 modest (adj) </p><p>Unassuming, having a moderate opinion of oneself. </p><p>The teen's respectful tone and modest demeanor served him well in his job interview. </p><p>Fri. Feb 24 burden (noun) </p><p>A load; something which is borne or carried with difficulty. </p><p>After staying with her friend for three weeks, Sarah began to feel she was becoming a burden and so decided to find a place of her own. 5th six weeks 2</p><p>ACT WORD OF THE DAY</p><p>Mon. Feb 27 exhaustive (adj) </p><p>Rigorously complete, comprehensive, thorough. </p><p>After an exhaustive investigation, detectives were no closer to finding the culprit than when they began. </p><p>Tues. Feb 28 hinder (verb) </p><p>To keep back or behind; to prevent from starting or moving forward. </p><p>Concerned that a media presence might hinder the rescue effort, the governor refused to allow reporters near the accident site. </p><p>. </p><p>Wed. Mar 1 benign (adj) </p><p>Harmless. </p><p>Concern about the effects of the experimental treatment were mitigated by a study that showed the side effects of the drug were benign. </p><p>Thurs. Mar 2 perimeter (noun) </p><p>Outer edge or border. </p><p>After a stalker broke into her house, the movie star hired guards to be stationed around the perimeter of her estate. </p><p>Fri. Mar 3 incorporate (verb) </p><p>To unite as one body; associate. </p><p>The gymnast decided to incorporate some unusual moves into her routine in an attempt to impress the judges. 5th six weeks 3</p><p>ACT WORD OF THE DAY</p><p>Mon. Mar 6 hospitable (adj) </p><p>Welcoming; favorably receptive or open; treating guests or strangers warmly and generously. </p><p>The boisterous New York fans mean that Yankee Stadium is not a particularly hospitable place for visiting teams to play. </p><p>Tues. Mar 7 infallible (adj) </p><p>Not liable to fail, deceive, or disappoint; indubitable; sure; certain; unerring. </p><p>The discovery that the teacher had given them the wrong answer was a shock to the students, many of whom considered her infallible. </p><p>Wed. Mar 8 amend (verb) </p><p>To change or modify in any way for the better. </p><p>The president believed the issue was an important one, but he did not agree with those who wanted to amend the constitution because of it. </p><p>Thurs. Mar 9 hieroglyphic (noun) </p><p>Picture writing of the ancient Egyptian priests; sometimes used to describe something complex, difficult, or esoteric. </p><p>The discovery of the Rosetta Stone was a key element in the decipherment of hieroglyphics. </p><p>Fri. Mar 10 corrode (verb) </p><p>To consume; to wear away; to gradually wear away; to impair; rust. </p><p>The teacher's constant criticism tended to corrode the student's confidence. </p><p>. 5th six weeks 4</p><p>ACT WORD OF THE DAY</p><p>Mon. Mar 13 notable (adj) </p><p>Noticeable; plain; evident. </p><p>With the notable exception of the elderly algebra teacher, the school's math teachers are very young. </p><p>Tues. Mar 14 precedent (noun) </p><p>Initial ruling that sets a standard; preceding example. </p><p>The judge combed through legal records for days but could find no precedent for the unusual case she was about to decide. </p><p>Wed. Mar 15 barren (adj) </p><p>Infertile, sterile, unproductive, or dull. </p><p>If a field is barren, no amount of diligent care will produce viable crops. </p><p>Thurs. Mar 16 qualified (adj) </p><p>Fitted by accomplishments or endowments. Modified; limited. </p><p>Since the more qualified doctors were all absent, the first-year resident performed the surgery. </p><p>Fri. Mar 17 harass (verb) </p><p>To trouble, worry or torment; to attack repeatedly. </p><p>Tired of being harassed by her landlord for making too much noise, Alycia decided to move. 5th six weeks 5</p><p>ACT WORD OF THE DAY</p><p>Mon. Mar 27 prevalent (adj) </p><p>Common, widespread. </p><p>Contrary to the impression conveyed by the media, child abductions were no more prevalent this year than in the past. </p><p>Tues. Mar 28 galaxy (noun) </p><p>A system of stars; an assemby of brilliant or famous people. </p><p>The Milky Way is the galaxy which is the home of our Solar System. </p><p>Wed. Mar 29 admission (noun) </p><p>Power or permission to enter; a fact, point, or statement admitted. </p><p>The politician's admission that she had embezzled funds from the city's coffers put an end to her hopes for reelection. </p><p>Thurs. Mar 30 prestigious (adj) </p><p>Having great influence or authority due to a high reputation. </p><p>Although many of his high school classmates had not heard of the culinary institute Steve decided to attend, the school enjoyed a prestigious reputation among chefs. </p><p>Fri. Mar 31 inevitable (adj) </p><p>Unavoidable; certain. </p><p>Given their past history of failure, the team's loss in the championship game seemed inevitable to many fans. 5th six weeks 6</p><p>ACT WORD OF THE DAY</p><p>Mon. Apr 3 differentiate (verb) </p><p>To distinguish or mark by a specific difference. </p><p>The process by which consumers differentiate between different products is sometimes a mysterious one.</p><p>Tues. Apr 4 glorious (adj) </p><p>Worthy of praise, magnificent, wonderful. </p><p>The disappointing result in the championship game should not obscure the team's glorious play for most of the season. </p><p>Wed. Apr 5 jubilant (adj) </p><p>Shouting with joy; triumphant; exulting. </p><p>The actor's expression was jubilant throughout his Oscar-acceptance speech. </p><p>Thurs. Apr 6 inhibit (verb) </p><p>To reduce or prevent. </p><p>Consuming alcohol before getting in a car inhibits a person's ability to drive safely. </p><p>Fri. Apr 7 solitude (noun) </p><p>State of being alone. </p><p>Desperate for human contact after years of solitude, the hermit decided to go to the nearest town for a meal. </p>