Definitions
concise and exact use of words in writing or speech.
brevity
What is the part of speech for the word divulge?
verb
What is a synonym for quaver?
shake, flutter, vibrate...
T or F: The opposite of recoil is steady or confront.
True.
Define the word demure.
reserved, modest, and shy
What is the part of speech for the word forestall?
verb
True or False: A synonym for deteriorate is decay.
True.
Deteriorate means to become progressively worse.
List TWO antonyms of statute.
custom, prescription, etc.
Define recoup.
regain (something lost or expended)
What is the part of speech for the word garble?
verb or noun
Instead of proponent, which word best fits?
Vincent St. John was also interested as a ________ of this plan.
A: supporter B:opponent C: antagonist
A: Supporter
Proponent =
a person who actively supports or favors a cause
What is the opposite of comport?
forget
What word matches this definitions? -->
a very small stream
rivulet
What is the part of speech for the word relentless?
adjective
A synonym for reek is....?
stench, stink....
What is an antonym for enlightened?
ignorant, or any other closely related.
Define staccato.
performed with each note sharply detached or separated from the others
What is the part of speech for the word concise?
adjective
What are TWO synonyms for the word depreciation?
1.) devaluing
2.) reduction
decline, markdown, etc.
Fill in the blank with an antonym of squander.
All Millionaires _________ their money wisely.
manage, save, etc...