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What does 'abduction' refer to?
What does 'abduction' refer to?
- A place of retreat
- Scolding someone angrily
- Forcibly taking someone away (correct)
- Demonstrating tolerance
The word 'ominous' suggests that something positive is going to happen.
The word 'ominous' suggests that something positive is going to happen.
False (B)
What is the definition of 'respite'?
What is the definition of 'respite'?
A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant.
'Berating' means to ______ someone angrily.
'Berating' means to ______ someone angrily.
Match the following vocabulary words with their definitions:
Match the following vocabulary words with their definitions:
Which of the following words describes someone who is overly bold and aggressive?
Which of the following words describes someone who is overly bold and aggressive?
Asylum refers to a place where individuals are forced against their will.
Asylum refers to a place where individuals are forced against their will.
What is the meaning of 'cowering'?
What is the meaning of 'cowering'?
Feeling ______ typically indicates a state of extreme nervousness or agitation.
Feeling ______ typically indicates a state of extreme nervousness or agitation.
Match the following words with their definitions:
Match the following words with their definitions:
Flashcards
Asylum
Asylum
A place of safety and rest, often for the mentally ill.
Abduction
Abduction
Forcibly taking someone away against their will.
Lenient
Lenient
Showing understanding or kindness.
Ominous
Ominous
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Jittery
Jittery
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Tedious
Tedious
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Berating
Berating
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Cowering
Cowering
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Brash
Brash
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Respite
Respite
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Study Notes
Vocabulary Definitions
- Asylum: a place of retreat and security, often for people who are mentally ill
- Abduction: the action of forcibly taking someone away against their will
- Lenient: demonstrating tolerance or gentleness
- Ominous: giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen
- Jittery: feeling or showing extreme nervousness or agitation
- Tedious: too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous
- Berating: scolding or criticizing someone angrily
- Cowering: crouch down in fear
- Brash: self-assertive in a rude, noisy, or overbearing way
- Respite: a short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant
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