Definitions
This word describes someone who speaks or writes in a fluent, powerful, and persuasive way.
This word is a synonym for mundane, beginning with the letter "d"
dull
"The lawyer was called in to help ___________ the dispute between the two companies before it went to court."
mediate
If a couple is always fighting, you might say that their breakup is ____________.
inevitable
If a powerful storm is rolling into to town, you might say "Wow, those clouds look pretty __________."
formidable
This word refers to something that is short-lived or fleeting, lasting only for a brief time.
ephemeral
A synonym for formidable is this word, beginning with the letter "i"
intimidating
"The outcome of the championship game felt ___________ after the team took a huge lead in the final quarter."
inevitable
If there is a loud, obtrusive noise in the hallway, it may __________ the students who are trying to read inside the classroom.
perturb
In one episode of Spongebob, Sandy describes Gary the Snail as having "such a way with words." She could have also referred to him as ________.
This word describes something that is ordinary, dull, or lacking excitement.
mundane
A synonym for "eloquent," beginning with the letter "a"
articulate
"With its towering walls and advanced defenses, the castle appeared ___________ to enemy forces."
formidable
Which PAST vocabulary word best describes something that is found in large amounts?
abundant
The difference between the two shades of blue was so subtle that it was difficult to _________ between them.
discern
This word refers to something that stands out in a way that is noticeable or disrupting, often in an unwelcome manner.
obtrusive
A synonym for "ephemeral" is this word, beginning with the letter "f"
fleeting
This word completes the sentence: "The loud and ___________ advertisements on the television made it difficult for anyone to concentrate."
obtrusive
A synonym for mundane is this word, beginning with the letter "r"
routine
The Philadelphia Eagles are the best team in football because all the players really stick together. They could be described as a very ________ group.
cohesive
This word describes something that is present or found everywhere.
ubiquitous
A synonym for inevitable is this word, beginning with the letter "u"
unavoidable
"The storm was powerful but ___________, passing through the town in just a few minutes."
ephemeral
Which of the following sentences best illustrates the meaning of cohesive?
A) The team's cohesive efforts allowed them to win the championship.
It might be said that a controlling, totalitarian government is a __________ feature of the dystopian literary genre.
discerning