6-Letter Words
The abandoned house looked shabby with peeling paint and broken windows.
Run-down or in poor condition.
The device could hydrate the dried-out plant with just a mist of water.
To provide or add water.
Because there was no sidewalk, pedestrians had to be careful to avoid the cars.
a. bicyclists b. walkers c. onlookers d. birds
b. walkers
She was so humble about winning the award that she barely mentioned it to anyone.
Modest; not bragging
The event was held in December, which is the twelfth month, but it used to be the tenth in the Roman calendar.
Ten
The other team was so far in the lead, that our hopes diminished further when our first batter flied out to center field.
a. increased b. decreased c. strengthened d. grew
b. decreased
The knight made a valiant attempt to protect the village, even though he was outnumbered.
Brave
Her excuse was obviously fallacious, meant to deceive the teacher.
To deceive or lie
Using the clues in her aunt’s diary, Lisa tried to surmise the truth of her mother’s disappearance.
a. tell b. guess c. cover up d. bury
b. guess
The verbal attack left her shaken; the insults were harsh and unexpected.
Spoken words
The twins were almost identical, with their duo laughter ringing through the halls.
Two
Although we played a good game, by half time our adversaries were ahead by 14 points
a. fans b. referees c. coaches d. opponents
d. opponents
The artist’s style was so abrupt and jagged that it surprised viewers expecting something calm.
Sudden or unexpected
The scientist conducted an experiment to certify the results were accurate.
To be sure or trust
The listless dog just lay quietly in a corner of the room.
a. vicious b. gentle c. inactive d. playful
b. gentle