Words
Shaking or quivering slightly
Tremulous
What is the definition of tangible?
I wanted a tangible reward, like a trophy, for winning the ping pong tournament, not just a high five.
Capable of being touched or felt
Flourish is a synonym for __________
abound
What does ominous mean?
This year, my birthday falls on an ominous date: Friday the 13th.
giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen
Strong, healthy, and full of energy
vigorous
What is the definition of yield?
I yield to my dog and give him a treat when he looks at me with his sad eyes and whines.
To submit or give in
Accident is a synonym for __________
fluke
What does glint mean?
A glint of light beamed off of his sunglasses as he stood in the sun.
give out or reflect small flashes of light
Carry out or accomplish something
Execute
What is the definition of hinder?
The blizzard hindered me from seeing clearly because my windshield wipers couldn't keep up with the snowfall.
To hold back or prevent
Reckless is a synonym for __________
rash
What does plausible mean?
An example of plausible is someone saying they are late because of an accident on the highway.
seeming reasonable or probable
To criticize, to belittle
denigrate
What is the definition of stint?
The rebellious girl did a stint in jail after being caught shoplifting.
A period of time spent doing something
Barren is a synonym for __________
desolate
What does tentative mean?
Because my sister’s baby is due any day now, she is only making tentative plans for next week.
not certain, done without confidence
Characterized as an intellectual; described as a deep thinker
cerebral
What is the definition of apprise?
The teacher apprised her writing class that the essay is due next week.
To give notice to; to inform; to advise
Steep, hurried, and rushed are all synonyms for __________
precipitous
What is the definition of dry?
Ralph gave me a dry, silent wave.
not showing or communicating warmth, enthusiasm, or tender feeling