Synonyms
Showing compassion is important; having kindness for others makes the world better.
Synonym: Kindness
Even though Maya was the smartest kid in class, she remained humble and always helped her friends with their projects
Not proud or arrogant; modest.
The garden was very fragrant; it had a pleasant and sweet smell.
pleasant and sweet smell.
After eating that big meal, I felt drowsy and wanted to take a nap
Sleepy
IDEA The I stands for ?
Inference (Smart guess based on the context clues)
As soon as the principal walked onto the stage, the graduation ceremony was ready to commence
The tailor had to alter the pants, because they were too long and needed to be changed.
Synonym: Changed
The students had to observe their plants every morning to see if the new fertilizer was working.
To watch carefully in order to learn or notice something.
Many mushrooms in the forest are edible, meaning they are safe to be eaten.
safe to be eaten
The store sells all kinds of apparel, including shirts, pants, and hats
Things we wear
IDEA The D stands for ?
Definition (often the author writes the definition in the sentence)
A polar bear's habitat, or home, is the Arctic.
The rain began to cease, and soon after the storm stopped, the sun came out.
Synonym: Stopped
To prepare for the science fair, Leo spent all weekend practicing his speech in front of a mirror.
To get ready for something.
The country has many resources, or supplies of wood and minerals, to use for building.
supplies
Using a compass and a map, the explorers were able to navigate through the dense jungle.
To find your way
IDEA The E stands for ?
Example (Sometimes an author gives examples in the text)
She had many eccentric habits, such as talking to her plants, wearing pajamas to go shopping, and having a squirrel as a pet.
The explorers decided to venture into the cave and travel where no one had gone before.
Synonym: Travel/Go
The cardboard for the display board was so rigid that it wouldn't bend, making it perfect for holding up heavy photos.
Stiff and not moving; not flexible.
The jeep was built for rocky terrain, or the physical features of the land.
physical features of the land
After explaining the rules for the tenth time, the teacher felt exasperated and sighed loudly.
Frustrated
IDEA The A stands for ?
Antonyms (example given of what the word is NOT)
The cars did not continue driving, instead they came to a sudden halt)
The math problem left the girl perplexed, and she looked very confused.
Synonym: Confused
Leo realized he didn't have sufficient tape to finish his poster, so he had to borrow a roll from the teacher.
Enough; as much as is needed.
The vote was unanimous; in other words, everyone was in complete agreement.
everyone is in complete agreement
We needed a flashlight to illuminate the cave so we could see where we were going.
To light up
What kind of context clue can you use for this sentence?
The backyard had a precipitous drop, such as a steep cliff or a waterfall.
E- Example
The phrase "such as" signals that the author is giving you examples which you can use to figure out what precipitous means.