L2 Words From Names

boycott

To take part in an organized group refusal to use a product or service as a means to protest

galvanize

to stir to action or awareness

jovial

full of fun and good cheer ; sociable

macadam

a paving material of layers of small stones that are packed together with asphalt or tar

maverick

a person who refuses to go along with the policies or views of his or her group ; someone who is independent-minded ; a nonconformist

mentor

a person depended upon wise advice and guidance ; a trusted councilor

nemesis

someone or something that is the source of just punishment

odyssey

a long, adventurous journey

quixotic

full of impractical ideas ; idealistic

tantalize

to tease or torment by presenting something desirable while it is out of reach