Synonyms
What is a synonym for timid?
Ex. The timid kitten hid behind the couch when the visitors arrived.
Shy, Nervous, Fearful
What is an antonym for chaotic?
Ex. The teacher worked hard to make the classroom less chaotic and more organized.
Organized, Orderly, Calm
What does conceal mean?
Ex. He tried to conceal the surprise gift under the table.
Hide, Cover, Obscure
What are two meanings of light?
Ex. The room was filled with light. / The suitcase was light enough to carry.
Illumination; Not heavy
What is the fastest land animal?
Cheetah
What is a synonym for elaborate?
ex. The teacher gave an elaborate explanation of the science experiment.
Complex, Detailed, Intricate, Complicated
What is an antonym for hostile?
Ex. The crowd’s reaction turned from hostile to welcoming once the speaker apologized.
Friendly, Kind, Welcoming
What does inevitable mean?
Ex. After the dark clouds gathered, the storm seemed inevitable.
Unavoidable, Certain, Bound to Happen
What are two meanings of bark?
Ex. The dog barked loudly. / The bark of the tree was rough.
Sound a dog makes; Outer layer of a tree
What is the tallest mountain in the world?
Mount Everest
What is a synonym for ancient?
ex. The ancient castle on the hill had been standing for centuries, a reminder of past battles.
Old, Archaic, Antique, Aged
What is an antonym for rigid?
Ex. The new guidelines were more rigid than the old ones.
Flexible, Adaptable, Loose
What does treacherous mean?
Ex. The path was treacherous, with loose rocks and sharp cliffs.
Dangerous, Hazardous, Risky
What are two meanings of current?
Ex. The current in the river was strong. / The current events were on the news.
Flow of water or electricity; Present time
Earth is the ____ planet from the Sun in our solar system. (1st, 2nd, 3rd, etc.)
Third
What is a synonym for swift?
Ex. The swift runner finished the race in record time.
Quick, Fast, Speedy
What is an antonym for dreary?
Ex. The dreary weather made everyone feel gloomy and unmotivated.
Bright, Cheerful, Exciting
What does ominous mean?
Ex. The ominous clouds hinted at an approaching storm.
Threatening, Menacing, Foreboding
What are two meanings of scale?
Ex. The fish’s scales glistened. / The scale showed I gained two pounds.
Thin, flat covering; Device for measuring weight
How big is a baby kangaroo, called a joey, when it is born?
About the size of a thumb
What is a synonym for elusive?
Ex. The elusive fox managed to escape the hunters again.
Hard-to-find, Evasive, Mysterious
What is an antonym for detest?
Ex. She didn’t detest spinach but didn’t particularly enjoy it either.
Love, Adore, Enjoy
What does serendipity mean?
Ex. Finding the missing earring was pure serendipity.
Luck, Chance, Happy Accident
What are two meanings of lead?
Ex. The guide will lead us through the forest. / The pencil is made of lead.
To guide; A type of metal
What is the length of a blue whale compared to? (How many school bus lengths)
About three school buses