VOCABULARY PG 23

Sounds of Success

constructive (adjective)

MEANING EXAMPLE

useful; helping with improvement *

My parents think that playing video games is not a constructive use of my time. *

impress (verb)

MEANING EXAMPLE

to make people think highly of you

Katie hopes the skit she wrote will impress the drama club.

audition (verb)

MEANING EXAMPLE

to try out for a role or part by giving a performance *

Matthew must play two pieces of music to audition for the jazz band.

deport (verb)

MEANING EXAMPLE

to send people back to their country of birth

The government can deport people who do not live here legally.

forefront (noun)

MEANING EXAMPLE

the most important or noticeable position

Daniel’s mother is at the forefront of a movement to open a community center in our neighborhood.

recital (noun)

MEANING EXAMPLE

a music or dance performance

A number of talented musicians performed at Erin’s piano recital.

excel (verb)

MEANING EXAMPLE

to do something very well

To excel in sports, you have to practice a lot.

nominate (verb)

MEANING EXAMPLE

to recommend someone for an award, honor, or job

Members of the soccer team want to nominate Rachelle to run for class president.