Vocabulary Unit 5

Words 16 - 207th Grade

My grandfather won a substantial amount of money from the lottery. He’s rich!

Substantial:(adj.) large, important, real

You must be tactful when giving bad news, otherwise

someone’s feelings could be hurt.

Tactful:(adj.) skilled in handling difficult

situations, polite

Tamper:(v.) to interfere with

It’s important not to tamper with the evidence in a criminal case.

Italy is the ultimate destination on our trip to Europe.

Ultimate:(adj.) last, final, most perfect

My little brother was filled with uncertainty on his first day of

kindergarten. He was so nervous!

Uncertainty:(n.) doubt, hesitation