Synonyms
Mrs. Norton had a brief meeting this morning with the principal before school started.
short
The dog was alert after he saw a man on a bicycle ride by the house.
dreamy/ sleepy
Brad wanted to seem polished and dignified because he wanted to impress the aristocrats at the club
rich/ dignified people
Shed
1. Place to put tools, 2. Animal hair falling out
Julie did not want to come to school today. She felt under the weather.
Sick
The steady flow of water in the river helped the fish swim to their destination.
consistent/ constant
The engagment ring was shiny and bright in the sun's light.
dull/ dim
Henry looked around at the flying fairies, the forest-like backdrop, the romping animals and nymphs. Yes, everyone was free and happy; he realized the whimsical theme of the prom
light-hearted, fantastical, free-willed, playful
Train
1. vehicle, 2. teaching an animal tricks
Daniel told his friend about a surprise birthday party coming up soon and told his friend "Don't spill the beans."
Don't tell the secret
The floor was slick because the student spilled water by accident.
wet/ slippery
The test came back negative for Covid-19.
positive
As the defendant’s guilt became more and more obvious, he realized that there would be no chance of an acquittal.
assumed innocent
Organ
1. instrument, 2. body part
Vivian remembers to call her parents from her study abroad trip once in a blue moon.
rarely
The girl was being bashful when her friend told her a boy was looking her way.
shy
The thief was gulity of robbing a bank a few months ago.
innocent
Nocturnal creatures, such as owls and Tasmanian Devils, are active at night.
Patient
1. wait your turn, 2. person who sees the doctor
Melissa doesn’t even like avocado on her toast. She’s just jumping on the bandwagon.
Following a trend
The teacher was ecstatic when she remembered she had Monday off of work.
very happy
The boy refused to eat his broccoli at dinner because he did not like it.
accepted
His emaciation, that is, his skeleton-like appearance, was frightening to see.
skeleton-like appearance
Temple
1. place to worship, 2. part of head
"Phew, I passed that exam by the skin of my teeth!"
Barely