Q3 Vocabulary Set #2

Definitions

100

This word describes someone who speaks or writes in a fluent, powerful, and persuasive way.

eloquent

200

This word refers to something that is short-lived or fleeting, lasting only for a brief time.

ephemeral

300

This word describes something that is ordinary, dull, or lacking excitement.

mundane

400

This word refers to something that stands out in a way that is noticeable or disrupting, often in an unwelcome manner.

obtrusive

500

This word describes something that is present or found everywhere.

ubiquitous

Synonyms

100

This word is a synonym for mundane, beginning with the letter "d"

dull

200

A synonym for formidable is this word, beginning with the letter "i"

intimidating

300

A synonym for "eloquent," beginning with the letter "a"

articulate

400

A synonym for "ephemeral" is this word, beginning with the letter "f"

fleeting

500

A synonym for inevitable is this word, beginning with the letter "u" 

unavoidable

Sentences

100

"The lawyer was called in to help ___________ the dispute between the two companies before it went to court."

mediate

200

"The outcome of the championship game felt ___________ after the team took a huge lead in the final quarter."

inevitable

300

"With its towering walls and advanced defenses, the castle appeared ___________ to enemy forces." 

formidable

400

This word completes the sentence: "The loud and ___________ advertisements on the television made it difficult for anyone to concentrate."

obtrusive

500

"The storm was powerful but ___________, passing through the town in just a few minutes."

ephemeral

Random

100

If a couple is always fighting, you might say that their breakup is ____________.  

inevitable

200

If there is a loud, obtrusive noise in the hallway, it may __________ the students who are trying to read inside the classroom.

perturb

300

Which PAST vocabulary word best describes something that is found in large amounts?

abundant

400

A synonym for mundane is this word, beginning with the letter "r"

routine

500

Which of the following sentences best illustrates the meaning of cohesive?

• A) The team’s ________ efforts allowed them to win the championship.
• B) The ________ nature of the argument made it difficult to follow.
• C) His ________ personality made him the perfect spokesperson for the company.
• D) The ________ response caused confusion in the room.

A) The team's cohesive efforts allowed them to win the championship. 

Which Word Works

100

If a powerful storm is rolling into to town, you might say "Wow, those clouds look pretty __________."

formidable

200

In one episode of Spongebob, Sandy describes Gary the Snail as having "such a way with words." She could have also referred to him as ________. 

eloquent

300

The difference between the two shades of blue was so subtle that it was difficult to _________ between them. 

discern

400

The Philadelphia Eagles are the best team in football because all the players really stick together. They could be described as a very ________ group. 

cohesive

500

It might be said that a controlling, totalitarian government is a __________ feature of the dystopian literary genre. 

discerning