Definition Clue
There are many hazards, or risks, when working on a construction site.
risks
Water, juice, and tea are all beverages.
drinks
You must keep the milk in the refrigerator so it won't spoil, or ruin.
ruin
Was the animal colossal or tiny?
very large, big
The girl seemed very sensitive, or emotional, when she was crying over the broken toy.
emotional
The small, petite woman had a hard time shopping for clothing.
small
My teacher asked us to write about a sibling, so I wrote about my sister.
brother or sister
Julie spent the afternoon roaming, or wandering around the park.
wandering
The teacher assigned us an amusing book, rather than the usual boring one.
entertaining, funny
I was so glad my teacher postponed the math test, since I forgot to study.
put off
My mother's apple pie was extraordinary (better than usual).
better than usual
Joey felt anxious when he could not find his math homework.
worried
My mother enabled, or allowed, me to go to the party.
allow, let
The surface of the table was not smooth, it was rugged.
rough
Although Vicki was fatigued after the marathon, Susan felt energetic.
tired
The student was alert, that is fully aware, while learning long division.
fully aware
Mrs. Jones knew she could rely on the babysitter. Many parents in the neighborhood recommended her.
trust
The dark and gloomy sky looked like it was going to rain.
dark
Although Julie was anxious about the dance performance, Jessica was not worried at all.
worried
The soccer uniforms were starting to look shabby (worn from too much use).
worn
The boy was very energetic - full of energy - on the soccer field.
full of energy
My mother asked me to put the cutlery on the table, so I grabbed the knives, spoons, and forks from the drawer.
silverware
Please write the explanation of, or solution to, the problem on your test paper.
explanation, answer
How would you describe your personality? Are you gregarious or shy?
outgoing, sociable
It is important to respect, not dishonor, your teachers and parents.