Which word means...
unlucky; not likely to be successful; promising misfortune; ill-omened
What is inauspicious?
Give the definition for the word wayward.
What is off the expected path; difficult to control or predict because of unusual behavior.?
The _____ little boy could not decide if he wanted the yellow sucker, the green sucker, or the red sucker.
What is fickle?
When a hurricane becomes a tropical depression is an example of this word.
What is abate?
ask for or request earnestly; to ask someone for something in an urgent and sincere way
What is beseech?
Give the definition for the word haughty.
What is proud and unfriendly; arrogant?
Despite being outnumbered, the ______ soldiers were eager for battle.
What is gallant?
If Ms. Ricks wanted a promotion, she would ask for it the way.
What is beseech?
having or displaying great dignity or nobility; fearless and daring
What is gallant?
Give the definition for the word solace.
What is comfort in grief; to comfort, console, or cheer; to alleviate or relieve (sorrow, distress, etc.)?
Anyone who read this book could not put it down due to the _______ of the writing making for a smooth read.
What is eloquence?
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?
the act of being articulate, convincing or expressive either verbally or in writing
What is eloquence?
Give the definition for the word abate.
What is to reduce in amount , degree, intensity, etc.; lessen; diminish:to reduce in degree or intensity?
We went ______ on our journey and arrived two hours late.
What is wayward?
This is the student who never pays attention in class.
What is aloof?
changing one’s mind frequently; liable to sudden unpredictable change
What is fickle?
Give the definition for the word aloof.
What is removed or distant either physically or emotionally; remote in manner?
Because she was not nice, the _______ girl had few friends.
What is haughty?
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?