• noun- many things; such as objects, blows, or words, all coming at the same time; a heavy attack (Reporter's responded to the govenor's announcement witha barrage of questions.)

• noun- a disagreement, especially one involving a difference of opinion; a quarrel or dispute (The controversy was finally settled by a vote.)

• verb- to make someone change his or her mind about an action; to persuade not to do something (I tried to dissuade Jeff from going.)

• verb- to remove or destroy completely; to wipe out; to eliminate (Modern medicine has not found a way to eradicate the common cold.)

verb

1. to plunge or dip into a liquid so as to cover completely (Sara refused to immerse even her big toe in the muddy lake.)
2. to be completely occupied mentally (In the library, I can immerse myself in my reading.)

• adjective- acting suddenly without real thought; in the habit of acting this way (Mark regretted his impulsive decision to buy orange sneakers.)

• adjective- not able to overcome; unbeatable (The undefeated Wolves seemed invincible as the tournament began.)

• adjective- of or suited to a low poisition or rank; ordinary; not proud in manner or spirit (The man was not ashamed of his lowly birth, and even after becoming wealthy, he kept his old friends.)

noun

1. the quality of being fresh and unusual; newness (The game's novelty entertained us for a while, then we grew bored again.)
2. anything that is new, fresh, or unusal; a change (After living in an apartment, having a house and yard was a novelty for the family.)
3. a small, inexpensive toy or trinket; often used in the plural (That store sells novelties and greeting cards.)

• adjective- going beyond what is right, reasonable, or proper; shocking (Her outrageous behavior shows she doesn't care what others think.)

• adjective- lesser in size, strength, or importance; small; weak (That guy may look puny, but I wouldn't mess withy him if I were you.)

• verb- to lean back or lie down (Why don't you recline on the sofa until you feel better?)

adjective

1. not bending; not flexible (Uncooked spaghetti is rigid and easily snaps into pieces.)
2. very strict; stern; severe (The rules are rigid, and they are strictly enforced.)

• verb- to make or become solid, hard, strong, or united (Freezing temperatures make water solidify into ice.)

• verb- to express or make sound with the voice; to speak or sing (Don't just shake your head; vocalize your opinion.)