What is the Definition?
Cyber Attack
(Noun)
an attempt by someone to damage or destroy a computer network or system.
an attempt to access personal information or money from a computer or cell phone.
an adjective that means oppressively solemn or sober in mood; grave
Somber
Use the adjective "inconsiderable" in a sentence.
"The kind of problem is an inconsiderable problem."
My husband ________ invited me to date.
graciously
adverb
“Lisa and Andžela are very loquacious and they have wonderful discussions when they meet.”
What does the word "loquacious" mean in this sentence?
loquacious is an adjective that means talkative or talking a great deal.
Omit
(Verb)
to fail to include or leave undone or exclude someone from something
an adjective that means not allowed
Forbidden
Use the adjective "spellbound" in a sentence.
The children were spellbound as the storyteller told her magical tale.
The Muslim man made a ________ to Mecca because it is one of the requirements of Islam.
pilgrimage
noun
"The restaurant offers a variety of international dishes, notably authentic Thai dishes that draw crowds every weekend."
What does the word "notably" mean in this sentence?
Notably is an adverb that means especially or most importantly.
Disobedient
(Adjective)
refusing to do what someone tells you to do.
a verb that means to go onto someone's land or into someone's building without permission
Trespass
Use the verb encounter in a sentence.
He wondered what challenges he would encounter on his study abroad experience.
Our little sister can never make up her mind so we usually don't let her choose the restaurants for our family meals. She is too _______________.
indecisive
adjective
The bees were "buzzing" and the cats were "meowing" in the garden.
What types of words are "buzzing" and "meowing?"
These are examples of a figurative speech called onomatopoeia.
Insidious
an adjective that means proceeding in a gradual (slow), subtle way, but with harmful effects.
a verb that expresses warm approval or admiration of someone. It can also be used as a noun.
Praise
He doesn't like scary movies because he finds them to unsettling.
It's important not to _____________ something when we don't have all the facts.
assume
verb
Thanks to years of medical research, scientists were finally able to eradicate the disease, completely wiping it out so no new cases appeared.
What does the word eradicate seem to mean in this sentence?
It is a verb that means to destroy completely; put an end to.
Abstain
Verb
to decide not to use or not to do something
an adverb that means afterwards, later or after something else has happened.
Use the verb foraging in a sentence.
Foraging for mushrooms requires specific knowledge and experience.
I love that dress! It is so ______________ on you!
flattering
adjective
"She handled the criticism with grace and dignity, refusing to let it affect her presentation."
What does the word "dignity" mean in this sentence?