Nouns, Verbs, and Adjectives

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The mechanic gave us an _______ for the auto repairs.

estimate

If you want to show great love and take special care of something, which verb best describes this action?

  • Cherish (correct)
  • Despise
  • Neglect
  • Hate

Our opponents accused us of trying to _______ them by running up the score

humiliate

Which of the following best describes what it means to 'soothe' someone?

<p>To make them calm; to ease pain or sorrow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If two items are 'identical', it means they are unlike in every way.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The principal reminded us that _______ behavior is not acceptable.

<p>improper</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is the best example of being 'considerate'?

<p>Showing concern for the needs or feelings of others. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The word 'brisk' is an adjective that describes something as slow, dull, and sluggish.

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In the context of voting and opinions, what is a 'poll'?

<p>A collection of votes and opinions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Officials feared that the flood would _______ the villagers from their homes.

<p>displace</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the words with their corresponding definitions:

<p>Humiliate = To damage someone's dignity or self-respect Soothe = To make calm or ease pain Brisk = Energetic and lively Considerate = Thoughtful of others' feelings</p> Signup and view all the answers

Provide a sentence using 'vicinity' in a way that demonstrates its meaning.

<p>There are many parks and stores in the vicinity of my house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a synonym for 'downfall'?

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If someone is acting in an 'improper' way, they are showing good manners and taste.

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Describe a situation where it would be important to 'cherish' something.

<p>It is important to cherish our freedom and protect it from those who would take it away.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The twins liked to wear _______ outfits. What word best completes the sentence?

<p>identical (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A nurse tried to _______ the fussy child.

<p>soothe</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following places is best described as somewhere 'polling' takes place?

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A synonym of 'humiliate' is 'honor'.

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Give an example of a situation that could cause a 'downfall'.

<p>Losing an election can cause the downfall of a politician's career.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The flag snapped and fluttered in the _______ wind. What word best completes the sentence?

<p>Brisk (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

We are going to _______ our classmates about their favorite movies.

<p>poll</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following behaviors is an example of someone NOT being 'considerate'?

<p>Ignoring someone's feelings (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you 'displace' something, you settle, plant, or install it.

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Explain the nuance between 'estimate' when used as a noun, versus when used as a verb.

<p>As a noun, an 'estimate' is a rough calculation or opinion. As a verb, to 'estimate' is to form a rough judgment about size, quantity, or value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Brisk

Energetic, lively, fast; cool and fresh.

Cherish

To feel or show great love for; to value highly; to take special care of.

Considerate

Showing concern for the needs or feelings of others.

Displace

To force to move or flee; to move out of position.

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Downfall

A sudden fall from power or position; a sudden, heavy snow or rain.

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Estimate

To form a rough judgment about size, quantity, or value.

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Estimate (noun)

A rough calculation; a careful guess.

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Humiliate

To hurt someone's self-respect or pride.

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Identical

Exactly the same; alike in every way.

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Improper

Not correct; showing bad manners or taste.

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Poll (noun)

A collecting of votes; a place where voting takes place; a collecting of opinions.

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Poll (verb)

To receive votes; to vote; to question people to collect opinions.

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Soothe

To make calm; to ease pain or sorrow.

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Vicinity

The area near a place, the surrounding region.

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Study Notes

  • A noun is a word that names a person, place, or thing
  • A verb is a word or words that express action or a state of being
  • An adjective describes a noun or pronoun

Brisk

  • Adjective
  • Definition: energetic, lively, fast; cool and fresh
  • Example sentence: The flag snapped and fluttered in the brisk wind
  • Synonyms: quick, active, peppy, refreshing, nippy
  • Antonyms: slow, dull, sluggish

Cherish

  • Verb
  • Definition: To feel or show great love for; to value highly; to take special care of
  • Example sentence: Our freedom is something we should always safeguard and cherish
  • Synonyms: to treasure, hold dear, honor; to prize, preserve
  • Antonyms: to hate, despise, dishonor; to neglect

Considerate

  • Adjective
  • Definition: showing concern for the needs or feelings of others
  • Example sentence: If you are a considerate guest, you might be invited back
  • Synonyms: thoughtful, kind, giving, gracious
  • Antonyms: thoughtless, self-centered, selfish

Displace

  • Verb
  • Definition: to force to move or flee; to move out of position
  • Example sentence: Officials feared that the flood would displace the villagers from their homes
  • Synonyms: to uproot, expel, evict, dislodge
  • Antonyms: to settle, plant, install

Downfall

  • Noun
  • Definition: A sudden fall from power or position; a sudden, heavy snow or rain
  • Example sentence: To this day, historians argue over what caused the Roman Empire's downfall
  • Synonyms: collapse, ruin
  • Antonyms: triumph, success

Estimate

  • Verb
  • Definition: to form a rough judgement about size, quantity, or value
  • Example sentence: I would estimate the number of people at the concert at about 15,000

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