Matching Words with Definitions
to continue in a course of action even in the face of difficulty or with little or no prospect of success
perservere
In the desert, the temperature can ____ dramatically.
fluctuate
disaster
calamity
quit
perservere
to dare to do something or go somewhere that may be dangerous or unpleasant
venture
The earthquake was the worst _____ in the country's history.
calamity
extensive
comprehensive
forego
venture
to think about (something) carefully, especially before making a decision or reaching a conclusion
ponder
After the basketball player committed a _____ foul, he was kicked out of the game.
flagrant
normal
conventional
peace
turmoil
a state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty
turmoil
The Rough Guide to Nepal is a _____ guide to the region.
comprehensive
blatant
flagrant
overlook
ponder
to restore (someone) to health or normal life by training and therapy after imprisonment, addiction, or illness
rehabilitate
My parents are very _______ people that would never shock or surprise anyone.
conventional
change
fluctuate
destroy
rehabilitate