Words Starting with A
During the Jupiter Winter dress up days, Mrs. Tafoya tends to look absolutely ABSURD by wearing silly hats, crazy socks, bright lights and ugly sweaters. What does ABSURD mean?
What is....really silly, ridiculous or nonsensical?
Due to the freezing winters in the Northwest, farmer's crop fields are BARREN until the warm weather returns in spring. What does BARREN mean?
What is...land that cannot produce much or any vegetables, fruit or plants?
My little cousin finds it difficult to sit for the DURATION of the Polar Express movie - 160 minutes is a long time for a 5 year old! What does DURATION mean?
What is...the length of time that something exists or occurrs?
My mom's most prized ornament is a FRAGILE Jolly Jack figurine. Not only is it from 1963 but it also survived being burnt in a fire and surprisingly staying in one piece! What does FRAGILE mean?
What is...an object that can be easily broken or damaged?
What is....a feeling of great happiness or triumph?
We were warned to "look but don't touch" around Noel the reindeer, as she can be AGGRESSIVE towards people that she doesn't know. What does AGGRESSIVE mean?
What is....behavior that could threaten or harm someone or something?
Our home is always BOISTEROUS during New Year's Eve celebrations; friends and family visit from out of town, the TV playing the ball drop at max volume and sometimes we even light fireworks! What does BOISTEROUS mean?
What is....a person event or behavior that is noisy, energetic, and cheerful.
My niece and nephew are DESPERATE to open their presents before Christmas Day. You would think that we were telling them that they had to wait until they were teenagers! What does DESPERATE mean?
What is....a serious or bad situation or wanting something very much?
In the Nightmare Before Christmas, the news casters had a GRIM report for the children of the town when Santa was nowhere to be found. What does GRIM mean?
What is...depressing or worrying to think about?
When I was younger, my cousins were always reminded to not get into MISCHIEF around town if they wanted to earn money to buy presents at Christmas time. What does MISCHIEF mean?
What is...sometimes playful misbehavior or troublemaking?
In the movie the Santa Claus 3, Jack Frost is the ANTAGONIST to Santa, trying to take over the North Pole. What does ANTAGONIST mean?
What is...someone who opposes, competes with or causes problems for someone else?
While waiting for the Polar Express ride, we decided to CLUSTER as a group to keep warm and save space. What does CLUSTER mean?
What is...when people position close together?
Whenever I wrap gifts for my parents, I always try to make sure that I have an EQUIVALENT amount of gifts for each of them. That way, they can't say that I'm playing favorites with either of them. What does EQUIVALENT mean?
What is....equal in value, function, amount or meaning?
If we go to North Carolina, I will have to work on HEWING logs for our fireplace. What does HEWING mean?
What is...to cut or chop a material (usually wood, stone or coal) with a heavy object?
I am trying to cut back on the sweets for my New Year's resolution, so maybe I will have just a MORSEL of the chocolate-peanut butter cheesecake. What does MORSEL mean?
What is....a small piece or amount of food or item?
When I opened my gifts on Christmas Day, I was ASTOUNDED to see a Nintendo Switch under the tree - I wasn't expecting that at all! What does ASTOUNDED mean?
What is....to be in great surprise or shock?
It is so hard to CONCEAL gifts from my family before Christmas since we all live under one roof. What does CONCEAL mean?
What is...to keep from sight or to hide?
When I was little, I made it my mission to EVADE the hugs, kisses and cheek pinches from my family who I had not seen in a long time, even if that meant hiding in kitchen cabinets....get me out of here! What does EVADE mean?
What is....to escape or avoid?
When decorating for Christmas, my Dad has to help me HOIST our lit up reindeer and Santa sleigh to the roof with a rope system. What does HOIST mean?
What is...to lift or raise something heavy, sometimes by use of ropes or other devices?
I always feel such NOSTALGIA when I watch Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, hear Jingle Bells, smell orange rolls or see pictures of snow covered farms in my hometown - it fills my heart with warmth. What does NOSTALGIA mean?
What is...a sentimental or longing feeling, usually for a place with happy memories or associations?
I have become ACCUSTOMED to our new tradition of spending Christmas Eve with my husband's family and Christmas Day with my family. It's a new change but I like being able to see everyone! What does ACCUSTOMED mean?
What is...to become used to or accept something as normal?
My bags full of gifts for family were so CUMBERSOME, not only did I have gifts for my husband, but I also had some for my parents, cousins, grandparents and friends! It barely fit through the door! What does CUMBERSOME mean?
What is....large, heavy or awkward and therefore difficult to carry or use.
My cousin tends to be the FOOLHARDY sort with his hobbies...riding a snowboard without a helmet, trying to go over the speed limit when he thinks no one is looking and doing wheelies on his motorcycle. What does FOOLHARDY mean?
What is...exposing oneself to danger more than required for good?
We needed to wear extra layers to protect our skin from the GALES that were occurring near the peak of the mountain. What is the meaning of GALES?
What are....very strong winds?
It has been 3 years since I have seen my aunts and cousins - I think that I am long OVERDUE for a visit. What does OVERDUE mean?
What is...not having arrived, completed or happened within an expected amount of time?