Definitions
partly hidden or darkened; foggy
hazy
There is always a _____ of people at stores during the holidays.
mob
continue; move on
proceed
unknown
notorious
contemplate
Example: The child sat to contemplate her answer before selecting her best choice.
the ability to hold or contain
capacity
A ________ dinner with my family includes lots of laughter.
typical
show; point; name
indicate
cause; action
consequence
sole
Example: I am the sole adult in this classroom.
to be greater than; to go above the limits
exceed
My mom said that I am not going to school today because I have felt ________ since eating breakfast.
queasy
remove; drop; discard; omit
eliminate
occasional; rare
frequent
circular
Example: The table did not fit through the rectangular doorway because of its large circular shape.
the belief that something is true even if it is not proven
assumption
We will _______ learn vocabulary words throughout the year.
gradually
promise; guarantee; convince
assure
greedy; selfish
generous
practical
Example: The article was full of practical tips for inexperienced hikers.
to be excited or enthusiastic
eager
I was very pleased with the classes most _______ test scores.
recent
uncertain; anxious; not confident
insecure
usual; normal
peculiar
obtain
Example: I am going to go to the library in order to obtain books to help me complete my research project.