Definitions
Not quite right; out of place
amiss
The sculpture had a tiny ____, but most people didn’t notice it
flaw
Happening earlier in time
prior
“The fireworks ended with a loud ____ of explosions."
salvo
This word means a noticeable or remarkable achievement.
notable
A noisy fight or argument
brawl
The soccer team gained ____ after scoring two goals in a row
momentum
skilled
proficient
“The strange situation created a confusing ____.”
paradox
This word means skilled or capable.
proficient
To strongly dislike something
detest
The teacher continued to ____ her students to explore new ideas
nurture
The force of moving something forward
momentum
“The coach considered safety the ____ priority.”
foremost
This is a crime where someone lies after swearing to tell the truth.
perjury
Related to the home; not foreign
domestic
Her award-winning project was the most ____ entry in the fair
notable
Watchful and alert for danger
vigilant
“The teacher didn’t want to ____ the student but assumed he knew the procedure.”
presume
A beginner or inexperienced person
fledgling
Clearly offensive, shocking, or obvious
flagrant
The surprise question seemed to ____ the student
Fluster
fury
wrath
“Good parents work hard to ____ their children as they grow.”
nurture
noisy & chaos
brawl