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Unlike his timid brother, Jake is talkative and outgoing.
Timid means SHY
The desert is arid, unlike the wet and rainy jungle.
Arid means DRY
I think Math class is complicated, but ELA is easy.
Complicated means DIFFICULT
Dad washed the exterior of the car instead of cleaning the inside of it.
Exterior means OUTSIDE
The directions were complex, in other words, hard to understand.
Complex means DIFFICULT
The museum had many artifacts, such as old tools, clothing, and pottery.
Artifacts means HISTORICAL OBJECTS
The weather was frigid, similar to the icy conditions we experienced last winter.
Frigid means VERY COLD
Your heart is a vital organ in your body. Your lungs are also important to your survival.
Vital means IMPORTANT
The scientist gathered data, including charts, notes, and measurements.
Data means INFORMATION/FACTS
The teacher was irate and frustrated when the class would not settle down.
Irate means VERY ANGRY
Alison was ecstatic at the end of the game, unlike Mike, who was upset
Ecstatic means VERY HAPPY
She felt elated and overjoyed by the surprise party her friends had organized.
Elated means VERY HAPPY
Exercise is beneficial and helpful for both physical and mental health.
Beneficial means GOOD
The test was simple; however, the homework was puzzling.
Puzzling means DIFFICULT/CONFUSING
There are many different Habitats. For example many animals live in forests, deserts, or oceans.
Habitat means HOME/ENVIRONMENT
Gym class is usually easy; although, the pacer test was quite strenuous and challenging.
Strenuous means DIFFICULT
The movie was dismal, or very gloomy, leaving the audience feeling sad.
Dismal means SAD/DEPRESSING
Although Amy is usually gregarious, she was very shy and quiet at the party
Gregarious means SOCIAL/OUTGOING
The movie was hilarious and comical; everyone laughed.
Comical means FUNNY
The park had many facilities, like playgrounds, restrooms, and picnic areas
Facility means PLACE