Vocabulary Workshop Level Blue Unit 14

alibi

a reason given to explain something

confederate

(adj)Joined with others for a common purpose. (n)A person, state, or country that joins with another for a common purpose; also a partner in crime.

discharge

(v)To let go, unload, or to fire off. (n)A release or letting go; something given off.

economical

careful about spending money or resources

frank

honest in expressing thoughts and feelings

modify

to change somewhat

mutiny

an open rebellion against authority

negative

(adj)Saying "no"; not positive or helpful; less than zero; having the same electrical charge as an electron. (n) A photographic image in which light and dark areas are reversed.

pursue

to chase or to go after; strive to achieve; to carry out

reign

(n)The power of a monarch or ruler. (v)To rule as a monarch; to be widespread.

singular

referring to one person or thing only; out of the ordinary

swindle

to cheat out of money or property