Which word means...
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An example of...
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  1. unlucky; not likely to be successful; promising misfortune; ill-omened 

What is inauspicious?

100

Give the definition for the word wayward.

What is off the expected path; difficult to control or predict because of unusual behavior.?

100

The _____ little boy could not decide if he wanted the yellow sucker, the green sucker, or the red sucker.

What is fickle?

100

When a hurricane becomes a tropical depression is an example of this word.

What is abate?

200

ask for or request earnestly; to ask someone for something in an urgent and sincere way

What is beseech?

200

Give the definition for the word haughty.

What is proud and unfriendly; arrogant?

200

Despite being outnumbered, the ______ soldiers were eager for battle.

What is gallant?

200

If Ms. Ricks wanted a promotion, she would ask for it the way. 

What is beseech?

300

having or displaying great dignity or nobility; fearless and daring

What is gallant?


300

Give the definition for the word solace.

What is comfort in grief; to comfort, console, or cheer; to alleviate or relieve (sorrow, distress, etc.)?

300

Anyone who read this book could not put it down due to the _______ of the writing making for a smooth read.

What is eloquence?

300

When you make a big mistake on the first day of your new job, this is a ___ way to start your career.

What is inauspicious?

400

the act of being articulate, convincing or expressive either verbally or in writing

What is eloquence? 

400

Give the definition for the word abate.

What is to reduce in amount , degree, intensity, etc.; lessen; diminish:to reduce in degree or intensity?

400

We went ______ on our journey and arrived two hours late.

What is wayward?

400

This is the student who never pays attention in class.

What is aloof?

500

changing one’s mind frequently; liable to sudden unpredictable change

What is fickle?

500

Give the definition for the word aloof.

What is removed or distant either physically or emotionally; remote in manner?

500

Because she was not nice, the _______ girl had few friends.

What is haughty?

500

When you go see a friend who is feeling sad and you offer comfort and listen to your friend talk about his problems you are giving this.

What is solace?