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New Words: Adjectives
New Words: Verbs, nouns, adj
Verbs and Nouns
Adjectives
Adjectives
100
Fill in the blank: The ___________ heiress spent $1000 on a hot fudge sundae at Serendipity.
What is opulent
100
Fill in the blank: Dexter had to closely _______________ the blood patterns of the victim after she was shot to determine where the bullet entered her body.
What is scrutinize
100
What word is being defined? A feeling of strong dislike or disapproval of someone or something you think does not deserve respect
What is disdain
100
Name the word that is being defined. Being polite or friendly, without serious disagreement or rancor.
What is amicable
100
Name the word that is being defined. Not lasting long; staying somewhere only a short time
What is transient
200
Fill in the blank: There was a ____________ change in the weather today; yesterday it was 33 degrees, and today it is 35 degrees. OR Lady Gaga's new album is not very _______, like her earlier music; everything she does now is over the top and obvious.
What is subtle
200
Fill in the blank: Tim O'Brien writes about the _____________ between soldiers in the Vietnam War in his excellent book, The Things They Carried.
What is camaraderie
200
What word is being defined? Extreme admiration or praise
What is adulation
200
Name the word that is being defined. Not having complete trust in someone or something; being cautious or hesitant of something that could cause danger or trouble
What is wary
200
Name the word that is being defined. Not straight, short, or direct; having a circular, indirect, or winding course; not being forthright in language or action
What is circuitous
300
Fill in the blank: Even though my friends make fun of my pugs, they were very _________ and sympathetic to me when my dog died.
What is tactful
300
Fill in the blank: Cats always seem very ______________, like they don't really care about anything or get excited about much.
What is nonchalant
300
Name the word that is being defined and use it in a sentence. To become weaker; to lessen; to decrease in strength
What is abate Ex: The snow began to abate around 1 pm.
300
Name the word that is being defined and use it in a sentence. Careful about spending money or using things when you do not need to; using money or supplies in a very careful way
What is frugal Ex: By being frugal, the family is able to stretch its monthly budget.
300
Name the word that is being defined and use it in a sentence. Sure to happen; unavoidable
What is inevitable Ex: It is inevitable that I will eat too much during Winter Break.
400
Fill in the blank: When I got a flat tire, I made the ___________ decision to call my friend Cody for help, who is very handy.
What is pragmatic
400
Fill in the blank: Justin Bieber recently displayed his __________ nature again when he rudely told a woman at the beach that she looked like a beached whale.
What is haughty
400
Name the word that is being defined and use it in a sentence. The state of being very annoyed or upset
What is exasperation Ex: Santana felt exasperated when the train was delayed yesterday morning and it took longer to get to work.
400
Name the word that is being defined and use it in a sentence. Beyond what is needed; not necessary
What is superfluous Ex: She was wearing a superfluous amount of makeup and looked like a clown.
400
Name the word that is being defined and use it in a sentence. Causing discussion, argument, or thought; causing sexual feelings or excitement
What is provocative Ex: East of Eden is a thoughtful and provocative book. OR She was wearing a very provocative outfit.
500
Fill in the blank: I have ________________ feelings about cell phones; while I love my phone and how many resources it offers me, I don't like how students are always on them in class and how people can't seem to live without them.
What is ambivalent
500
Fill in the blank: After seeing the movie Frozen about two sisters, my sister called me to tell me she loved me; she clearly felt _________ with the characters in the movie.
What is empathy
500
Name the word that is being defined and use it in a sentence. To show that someone should not be blamed for a crime, mistake, etc; to show that someone/something that has been criticized or doubted is correct, true, or reasonable
What is vindicate Ex: I always feel vindicated when students who have complained about learning SAT words tell me they saw them on the SAT or encountered them in real life.
500
Name the word that is being defined and use it in a sentence. Of or relating to art and beauty; artistic; pleasing in appearance; appreciative of beauty
What is aesthetic Ex: They repainted the walls to improve the aesthetic of the living room.
500
Name the word that is being defined and use it in a sentence. Deeply malevolent, bitter, or resentful, especially over a long feeling of time
What is rancourous Ex: The rancorous rivalry between the Yankees and the Red Sox has existed for many years.