/Vocabulary

Weekly Vocabulary Words for Kids May 20

Increase your child's vocabulary with this list.

  1. blunt | see definition»

    to make or become less sharp

  2. echo | see definition»

    the repetition of a sound caused by the reflection of sound waves

  3. infuse | see definition»

    to put in as if by pouring

  4. ostracize | see definition»

    to shut out of a group

  5. peccadillo | see definition»

    a small mistake or fault that is not regarded as very bad or serious

  6. rescue | see definition»

    to free from danger : SAVE

  7. tycoon | see definition»

    a very powerful and wealthy business person

  8. vapid | see definition»

    not lively or interesting : dull or boring

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