Definitions 1
to face up to or deal with a difficult person or situation
confront
Slacken
to make or become loose or relaxed
A riot broke out in response to the ___________ act.
inflammatory
She was so famished, she ________ devoured the entire pizza.
savagely
what part of speech is the word confront?
verb (action)
absolutely necessary or important
vital (vi think VERY IMPORTANT)
lush
thick, healthy, full
The child could not hide the _______ felt at finally meeting Mickey and Minnie Mouse.
rapture
Because he was in a ________, he did not hear the teacher’s directions.
reverie
what part of speech is the word lush?
adjective (describing word)
a violent shock as from a heavy blow
concussion
bluster
to blow in stormy gusts
When we don’t stand up to bullies, we _____________ their bad behavior.
perpetuate
The water from the watering can __________ over the thirsty flowers.
cascaded
what part of speech is the word savagely?
adverb (describes a verb- ends in ly)
likely to do something or leaning toward doing something
inclined
Subtle
difficult to understand or detect; delicate; clever and indirect
The team was _________ after their championship win.
boisterous
He was _________ and did not let his loss keep him from pursuing his dreams.
resilient
How many siblings does Ms. Guiney have?
Three
someone or something that threatens or causes harm; (v.) to threaten or cause harm
menace
Pathetic
causing a strong feeling of sorrow, pity, or sadness
Some people are ____________ about going to the doctor for a shot.
apprehensive
I admire the ________ you showed in working to pursue your dreams.
grit
yellow OR pink