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Synonyms/Antonyms
Synonyms/Antonyms
What is the verb form of strong?
Strengthen
Pronounce the word “often”
ˈôf(ə)n,ˈäft(ə)n
What is the meaning of “what’s done is done?”
You cannot change what has already happened.
What does “up in the air” mean?
Something that is still to be settled
What is the meaning of “pull yourself together”?
To calm yourself down
What is the verb form of sympathy?
Sympathize
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Circumference
What is the meaning of “lie down with dogs, wake up with fleas”?
If you associate with bad or dishonest people, bad things will happen to you.
What does “cry your eyes out” mean?
To cry hard for a very long time
What does “a blessing in disguise” mean?
Something seems to be bad at first but turns out to be good later
What is the adjective form of ease?
Easeful
Pronounce the word “deteriorate”
dəˈtirēəˌrāt
What is the meaning of “beauty is in the eye of the beholder”?
Everyone has a different perception of beauty and thus their definition of what can be considered beautiful also differs.
What does “kick the bucket” mean?
To die
What is the meaning of “split hairs”?
To argue or worry about small details
What is the meaning of sophisticated?
Having a good understanding of the way people behave and/or a good knowledge of culture and fashion
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Misdemeanor
What is the meaning of “ birds of a feather flock together”?
People with similar tastes often form a group for company or discussion.
What does “against the clock” mean?
Rushed and short on time
What does “down-to-earth” mean?
Sensible and realistic
What is an antonym of conscientious?
Neglectful
Pronounce the word “Massachusetts”
ˌmæs.əˈtʃuː.sɪts
What is the meaning of “don’t count your chickens before they hatch”?
When you do something in preparation for another thing that may not even happen.
What is the meaning of “elbow grease”?
Hard physical effort/work
Name an idiom that means “go crazy”. (hint: related to a fruit)
To go bananas