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The mechanic gave us an _______ for the auto repairs.
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?
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
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?
Which of the following best describes what it means to 'soothe' someone?
If two items are 'identical', it means they are unlike in every way.
If two items are 'identical', it means they are unlike in every way.
The principal reminded us that _______ behavior is not acceptable.
The principal reminded us that _______ behavior is not acceptable.
Which of the following actions is the best example of being 'considerate'?
Which of the following actions is the best example of being 'considerate'?
The word 'brisk' is an adjective that describes something as slow, dull, and sluggish.
The word 'brisk' is an adjective that describes something as slow, dull, and sluggish.
In the context of voting and opinions, what is a 'poll'?
In the context of voting and opinions, what is a 'poll'?
Officials feared that the flood would _______ the villagers from their homes.
Officials feared that the flood would _______ the villagers from their homes.
Match the words with their corresponding definitions:
Match the words with their corresponding definitions:
Provide a sentence using 'vicinity' in a way that demonstrates its meaning.
Provide a sentence using 'vicinity' in a way that demonstrates its meaning.
Which of the following is a synonym for 'downfall'?
Which of the following is a synonym for 'downfall'?
If someone is acting in an 'improper' way, they are showing good manners and taste.
If someone is acting in an 'improper' way, they are showing good manners and taste.
Describe a situation where it would be important to 'cherish' something.
Describe a situation where it would be important to 'cherish' something.
The twins liked to wear _______ outfits. What word best completes the sentence?
The twins liked to wear _______ outfits. What word best completes the sentence?
A nurse tried to _______ the fussy child.
A nurse tried to _______ the fussy child.
Which of the following places is best described as somewhere 'polling' takes place?
Which of the following places is best described as somewhere 'polling' takes place?
A synonym of 'humiliate' is 'honor'.
A synonym of 'humiliate' is 'honor'.
Give an example of a situation that could cause a 'downfall'.
Give an example of a situation that could cause a 'downfall'.
The flag snapped and fluttered in the _______ wind. What word best completes the sentence?
The flag snapped and fluttered in the _______ wind. What word best completes the sentence?
We are going to _______ our classmates about their favorite movies.
We are going to _______ our classmates about their favorite movies.
Which of the following behaviors is an example of someone NOT being 'considerate'?
Which of the following behaviors is an example of someone NOT being 'considerate'?
If you 'displace' something, you settle, plant, or install it.
If you 'displace' something, you settle, plant, or install it.
Explain the nuance between 'estimate' when used as a noun, versus when used as a verb.
Explain the nuance between 'estimate' when used as a noun, versus when used as a verb.
Flashcards
Brisk
Brisk
Energetic, lively, fast; cool and fresh.
Cherish
Cherish
To feel or show great love for; to value highly; to take special care of.
Considerate
Considerate
Showing concern for the needs or feelings of others.
Displace
Displace
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Downfall
Downfall
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Estimate
Estimate
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Estimate (noun)
Estimate (noun)
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Humiliate
Humiliate
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Identical
Identical
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Improper
Improper
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Poll (noun)
Poll (noun)
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Poll (verb)
Poll (verb)
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Soothe
Soothe
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Vicinity
Vicinity
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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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