Grade 5 Context Clues (Review)
What is the definition of the word "nestled" as it is used in the sentence.
The cubs nestled together to keep warm during the cold weather.
to lay closely or next to
What is the definition of the word "signify" as it is used in this sentence.
She considered that Byron's latest efforts in the classroom might signify his desire to make a positive change.
to make a sign or emphasis on something
What does synonym mean?
The synonym of a word is two (or more) different words the mean the same thing.
What does "perturbed" mean as used in this sentence?
Tonya was relaxing with a magazine when her father walked in, looking perturbed and sounding annoyed, too.
Annoyed
To change completely
transform
What is the definition of the word "feeble" as it is used in the sentence.
Even though she is feeble, the old lady still walks a mile every day.
without strength or weak
What is the definition of the word "smitten" as it is used in this sentence.
When I saw that she was making a special Valentine's Day card just for Kevin, I knew that she was smitten with him.
When you like someone or something a lot
What does antonym mean?
Antonym means opposite.
For example: UP is an antonym for DOWN
What are the key words that help you know "perturbed" means annoyed?
Tonya was relaxing with a magazine when her father walked in, looking perturbed and sounding annoyed, too.
looking perturbed and sounding annoyed, too.
Not excited to do something
reluctant
What is the definition of the word "tension" as it is used in this sentence.
After my leg injury, I had to get a massage to reduce muscle tension.
physical, emotion, or mental strain or hurt
What is the definition of the word "grotesque" as it is used in this sentence.
The giant garbage monster moved his grotesque head from side to side as he yelled at the children for stepping on his lawn.
ugly or disgusting
What are context clues?
hints found within a sentence, paragraph, or passage that a reader can use to understand the meanings of new or unfamiliar words.
What does "unfathomable" mean as it is used in this sentence?
Mrs. Carlson thought her explanations were clear and concise, but everyone found them to be unfathomable.
hard to understand
The way people think about someone or something
reputation
What does despair mean?
the feeling of having no hope
a quality that makes something different from something else
trait
the quality of being worthy of honor and respect.
What vocabulary word has this definition?
dignity
something heavy and hard to carry; hard responsibility.
burden