This document defines and provides examples for several vocabulary words: compulsive, which means driven by an inner force; linguistic, relating to language; relentlessly, over and over again; apprehension, fear of something unpleasant happening; ominous, threatening; bravado, displaying courage; and caveats, rules or warnings. Definitions and examples are given for each word to illustrate its meaning.

1. Vocabulary

2. Part Onecompulsivelinguisticrelentlesslyapprehensionominousbravadocaveats

3. compulsiveDefinitionDriven by an inner forceExampleA compulsive eater will have a sense of being out of control.

4. linguisticDefinitionHaving to do with languageExampleKeith is a linguistic genius; he speaks at least eight languages.

5. relentlesslyDefinitionOver and over againExample.Dan pursued Sue relentlessly, asking her out everyday until she said yes. They have been married now for 10 years, so I guess his persistence paid off.Sponge Bob is relentlessly optimistic.

6. apprehensionDefinitionFear and anxiety that something unpleasant will happenExampleJen felt apprehensive about moving, but she knew it was necessary.

7. ominousDefinitionThreatening, unfavorableExampleThe ominous dark clouds in the east suggested a late afternoon thunderstorm.

8. bravadoDefinitionDisplay of courageExampleI tried to show bravado as I faced my greatest fear, a giant spider, but I ran away screaming.

9. caveatsDefinitionRules, warningsExampleThe attendant provided several caveats before the roller coaster ride started, including keep hands inside the car.