Character Traits and Personality
The _____________ teacher bought snacks for her students every Friday and always helped anyone who needed it.
benevolent
He looked at the broken toy with _____________, wrinkling his nose as if it were something disgusting.
disdain
To stay safe in the lab, students must _____________ to all the safety rules their teacher explains.
adhere
Since it was her first time skiing, Ella was clearly a _____________ who needed help learning how to stop.
novice
It was _____________ of Jordan to tell his friend about the mistake quietly instead of embarrassing him in front of the group.
tactful
The students stood in silence and bowed their heads in _____________ as the flag was raised.
reverence
It was _____________ of Leo to double-check his answers before submitting the test.
prudent
With dark clouds rolling in and thunder rumbling, the rain seemed _____________ and sure to come soon.
inevitable
Even though she was furious, Maria gave a _____________ response and calmly walked away instead of yelling.
restrained
Forgetting to put your name on one worksheet is _____________ compared to failing to turn it in at all.
inconsequential
Her approval to leave early was _____________ upon finishing all her work first.
conditional
The lost puppy found _____________ in a warm shelter where it could rest and be cared for.
asylum
Despite failing twice, the _____________ runner kept training every morning until she finally won the race.
tenacious
It was _____________ that I met my best friend at the airport—we just happened to be on the same flight.
fortuitous
The scientist used data and charts to _____________ her claim that the experiment was successful.
substantiate
By using coupons and buying only what she needed, Myra showed how _____________ she was with her money.
frugal
His _____________ comment about “helping the less intelligent students” made everyone roll their eyes at his arrogance.
condescending
The author’s _____________ essay challenged readers to question long-held beliefs and stirred up heated debates online.
provocative
Although the sisters once agreed on everything, their opinions have become _____________ as they’ve grown older and developed different values.
divergent
The hotel’s _____________ lobby sparkled with marble floors, gold light fixtures, and velvet chairs that screamed luxury.
opulent