Name the word
(adj.) unfavorable, negative; working against, hostile
adverse
constrain
to force, compel; to restrain, hold back
Kate's ______ fear of hurting herself during exercise has left her weak and out of shape.
groundless
synonyms: copycat, impersonator
mimic
After many stormy years in the service of his country, George Washington retired to the (serene OR adverse) life of his beloved Mount Vernon.
serene
(adj.) extremely dry; uninteresting, dull
arid
contemporary
belonging to the same period of time as oneself; a person of the same time
The speaker who said one thing but did something else entirely was regarded as a ______.
hypocrite
synonyms: disturb, frill
ruffle
His decision not to accept our sincere offer of assistance is completely (disinterested OR incomprehensible) to me.
incomprehensible
(n.) a person who attacks violently (with blows or words)
assailant
depict
to portray, to represent or show in the form of a picture
Our school's intercom system is so old that this morning's announcements were almost ______.
incomprehensible
synonyms: composed, fair, calm
serene
After giving a few (sheepish OR serene) excuses, the swimmers packed up and left the private beach.
sheepish
(n.) a large wave; (v.) to rise or swell like a wave
billow
disinterested
fair-minded, free from selfish motives; indifferent
Scientists should not ______ data for their own personal gain.
manipulate
antonym: bold, saucy, brazen
sheepish
If you (billow OR confront) your problems honestly and openly, instead of trying to hide them, you will have a better chance of solving them.
confront
(v.) to meet face-to-face, especially as a challenge; come to grips with
confront
encompass
to encircle, go or reach around; to enclose; to include with a certain group or class
The postage scale can weigh a ______ of only five pounds.
maximum
synonym: endurance
stamina
A good scientist must have a keen mind, an unquenchable curiosity, and a (groundless OR disinterested) desire to discover the truth.
disinterested