Multiple Meaning Words
What does “bat” mean in: He swung the bat.
Can you think of a different meaning?
A piece of sports equipment (baseball bat)
When we started the group project, no one was talking, so I told a joke to break the ice.
(start conversation / make people comfortable)
“You want to meet up after school?” “Bet, I’ll be there.”
(okay / yes)
She was exhausted after practice and could barely keep her eyes open. What does “exhausted” mean?
Very tired
Is this idiom, slang, or multiple meaning? “It’s raining cats and dogs.”
Idiom
What does “crash” mean in: My computer crashed.
Can you think of a different meaning?
It stopped working
I have a big test tomorrow, so I need to hit the books tonight.
(study)
That movie was actually really good, no cap.
(for real / not lying)
He was frustrated when he couldn’t solve the problem. What does “frustrated” mean?
Annoyed/upset because something is hard
What does “cold” mean in: He gave me a cold response.
Unfriendly / not emotional
What does “light” mean in: This bag is light.
Can you think of a different meaning?
Not heavy
She said she wasn’t feeling well and stayed home because she was under the weather.
(sick)
He was acting kind of sus when the teacher asked about the missing assignment.
(suspicious)
The teacher gave a vague answer. What does “vague” mean?
Not clear / not specific
What does “flex” mean in slang?
To show off
What does “jam” mean in: I ate jam on my toast.
Can you think of a different meaning?
A fruit spread
That new phone costs an arm and a leg, so I’m saving up for it.
(very expensive)
The food at that place was kind of mid, not gonna lie.
average
She hesitated before answering the question. What does “hesitated” mean?
Paused / unsure
What does “on edge” mean?
Nervous or anxious
What does “right” mean in: Turn right at the stop sign.
Can you think of a different meaning?
Direction
Don’t jump to conclusions—you don’t know the whole story yet.
(don’t assume too quickly)
She was totally flexing her new car in the parking lot.
(showing off)
He interpreted her comment as rude. What does “interpreted” mean?
Understood or explained the meaning
What does “match” mean in: That shirt matches your shoes.
Goes well together