Monday, November 5, 2007

Word Wall Words #8 and Definitions

radiate (verb): to project or glow with cheerfulness, joy, etc. For example: She simply radiates with good humor.
bewilderment (noun): The condition of being confused or disoriented.
divert (verb): To distract: My attention was diverted by an argument between motorists.
reluctantly (adverb): unwillingly
exploit (verb): to use selfishly for one's own ends. For example, employers exploit their undocumented workers.