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my family hates the frigid weather in january. 

what does frigid mean?

cold 

100

what does the word energetic mean? 

full of energy

100

My son and his two companions love playing games. They are always happy to play together. 


what does companions mean? 

friends


100

what does the word inaudible mean? 

very soft, hard to hear

100

I hope we can reach an amicable agreement. I dont like to fight. 

what does amicable mean? 

peaceful

200
In 1865, the United States abolished slavery after the American Civil War. 


What does abolished mean? 

to do away with/ to get rid of/ to end 

200
What does the word descend mean? 

to go down 

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Kelly was sick. Her voice was almost inaudible. We had to lean forward to hear her. 


What does inaudible mean? 

Very soft/ hard to hear 

200
What does the word amicable mean? 

friendly / peaceful 

200

Florida is known for its tropical weather. Many people travel there to escape cold weather. 

What does tropical mean? 

hot 

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I'm really hungry. That cracker didn't appease my hunger. I want a sandwich  now. 


What does appease mean?

satisfy 

300

What does defense mean? 

players who block or don't let the other team score. 

300
My absent-minded teacher looses his keys and pencils everyday. 


What does absent-minded mean?

forgetful

300

What does ruthless mean? 

cruel-mean

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The island was desolate. The only sound that was heard was the wind. 


What does desolate mean? 

empty/ no one or nothing there 

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The bear was sluggish after the long winter oh hibernation. Her cubs had no trouble keeping up with her. 


What does sluggish mean? 

slow 

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What does the word abundant mean? 

so many/ alot 

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The thought of eating a snake is abhorrent to most people. 


What does abhorrent mean?  

Disgusting

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What does the word portable mean? 

moveable 

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It was apparent form his tears that the boy was sorry. 


What does apparent mean? 

its obvious. 

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The aroma of a fresh baked pie lingered in the kitchen and made my stomach growl. 


What does aroma mean?

smell 

500
What does the word gregarious mean? 

friendly 

500

Bill is such a courteous young man. He always says please and thank you. 


What does courteous mean?

having good manners. 

500

What does the word treacherous mean? 

dangerous 

500

I am craving chocolate. I just can't stop thinking about getting my hands on some! 


What does craving mean? 

longing for/ wanting it so badly