Synonyms
The boy was weary after a long day at school.
Tired
The lake was shallow, not deep.
Not deep
A carnivore is an animal that eats only meat.
Meat-eater
She wore a poncho because it was raining outside.
Raincoat
The baby let out a loud _____ when she was hungry.
cry
The food was delectable, and everyone wanted more.
Delicious
The movie was hilarious, not boring.
Entertaining/ funny
Nocturnal animals, like owls, are awake at night and sleep during the day,
Active at night.
The firefighter used a hydrant to put out the fire.
Water source
We took a short _____ before continuing our hike.
break
The puppy was timid around new people.
shy
The cat was graceful, unlike the clumsy dog.
Elegant
An architect, or a person who designs buildings, created the blueprints.
Building designer
After eating too much candy, Jason had a stomachache.
Pain in the stomach
The knight held a sharp _____ in battle.
sword
The wizard had an ancient book full of spells
Old
She was generous, not selfish.
Kind, giving
A pediatrician is a doctor who treats children.
Children's doctor
The mother duck led her ducklings across the pond.
Baby ducks
The chef added a _____ of salt to the soup.
pinch
The king lived in an enormous castle.
Huge
His answer was precise, not vague.
Exact
The volcanologist, or a scientist who studies volcanoes, traveled to Hawaii.
Volcano scientist
The detective searched for evidence to solve the mystery.
Clues
The scientist wore a _____ to protect her eyes.
Googles