Definitions
define: envied (past tense of to envy)
To envy: to be jealous of, to want what another person has
What is a synonym for the vocab word agony
pain, suffering etc.
What part of speech is the word thrifty?
adjective
Ex: My mom is so thrifty she got me these nice shoes for half the price at TJ Maxx!
Why is this vocab word not used correctly?
I was extremely offended by his flattery. How could he say such hurtful and cruel things?
Flattery is the act of giving excessive compliments, so it does not make sense that someone would say offensive or hurtful things to someone they are trying to flatter
Define: Lucid
Someone with a clear perspective, aware of their surroundings, easily understood
What is an antonym for exclaim?
Whisper, mutter,
What part of speech is the word characterize?
Verb
Why is this vocab word not used correctly?
While babysitting her 5 year old cousin, Ms. Diviak thought watching horror movies would be a suitable activity for the little girl.
Suitable means right or appropriate for a situation or person. Horror movies are NOT appropriate for a five year old so this would not be a suitable activity for Ms. Diviak and her little cousin.
Define: Perspective
Perspective: One's point of view or ideas based on experiences.
Which of your vocab words is a synonym for the word "stutter"
stammer
What part of speech is the word intense?
Noun
Why is this vocab word not used correctly?
I was so proud of my son's pathetic performance. He sang and danced with such energy and enthusiasm. Even the other parents noticed and praised him!
Pathetic means miserably inadequate. A pathetic performance would cause pity or sadness, not pride and joy!
Define: Accusation
a claim of wrongdoing, to blame someone for something bad
What is an antonym for the vocab word reproach?
Praise, flattery, approval, etc.
An expectation is a noun. What does this word mean and how do you make it a verb?
An expectation is a strong belief that something will happen OR specific standard of behavior. As a verb it is to expect
Why is this vocab word not used correctly.
The ambitious student frustrated her teachers. She never wanted to do any work! When they asked what she wanted to be when she grew up she simply said "I don't know, something easy."
Ambitious means having a strong desire for success or being determined, someone with no goals would not be ambitious!
Define: reproach
Strong criticism or disapproval
Sincerity means the quality of being honest, truthful, and genuine. What vocab word is an antonym for sincerity?
pretense
A prodigy is a noun. How do you make the word prodigy into an adjective?
Prodigious
Why is this vocab word not used correctly?
Most people love to hear discordant music. They go to concerts or symphonies to hear this
Because if something is discordant it sounds harsh or unpleasant.