Context Clues 1
What does the word "diligent" mean in the sentence "She was diligent in her studies, always making sure to complete her homework on time."?
To work hard or to be consistent
What does the word "benevolent" mean in the sentence "The benevolent woman donated money to the local shelter"?
Nice or kind
What is a synonym for "happy"?
Joyful, gleeful, ecstatic, content
What is an antonym for "hot"?
Cold, Freezing, wintery, chilly, icy
What does the word "audible" mean?
Something that can be heard
In the sentence "The storm was ferocious, causing trees to bend and branches to snap," what does "ferocious" mean?
Savagely fierce, cruel, or violent.
What does "exhilarating" suggest in the sentence "The exhilarating ride at the amusement park left everyone screaming with joy"?
Exciting
What is a synonym for "fearful"?
Afraid, scared, terrified, frightened
What is an antonym for "light"?
Dark, extinguished, gloomy, dim
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Heavy, thick, weighty, substantial
How do you define "benevolent"?
Kind, good, nice
What can you infer about the word "melancholy" in the sentence "After hearing the sad news, he felt a melancholy that lingered all day."?
Sad or sorrowful
How does the context of "The scientist was meticulous, checking every detail carefully" help define "meticulous"?
By including "checking every detail carefully" after the word "meticulous"
Provide a synonym for "begin."
Start, originate, undertake, launch
Provide an antonym for "easy."
Hard, difficult, complicated, onerous
What does "candid" mean?
Honest, sincere, upfront
In the context of the sentence "The teacher was very knowledgeable, always able to answer questions accurately," what does "knowledgeable" suggest?
Possessing or exhibiting knowledge, insight, or understanding; intelligent
In the sentence "He was a recluse, preferring to spend time alone rather than with others," what does "recluse" mean?
A shut-in, a person who does not like to be around other people.
What is a synonym for "quick"?
Fast, swift, rapid, speedy
What is an antonym for "love"?
Hate, loathing, dislike, detest
How would you explain "exquisite"?
Extremely beautiful
How does the phrase "the cacophony of sounds" help you understand what "cacophony" means in the sentence "The city was filled with the cacophony of honking cars and shouting pedestrians."?
By suggesting that "cacophony" is related to sounds
What does the word "ubiquitous" imply in the sentence "Smartphones have become ubiquitous in modern society"?
That they are common or found everywhere
What is a synonym for "difficult"?
Hard, strenuous, tough, punishing
What is an antonym for "strong"?
Weak, flimsy, puny, gentle
What is the meaning of "metamorphosis"?
One thing changing into something else; a change