Vocabulary
Write the definition: (noun) Money given by the father to bride’s future husband as a gift Means the same as (synonym): gift Write a sentence (using context clues): The father of the bride announced that his daughter’s dowry would include a cow, two sheep, and four chickens to her future husband. Front of flash card Back of flash card
Write the definition: (adjective) successful; famous or well-known Means the same as (synonym): Dignified, prominent, unforgettable Write a sentence (using context clues): Albert Einstein was known as a distinguished scientist whose inventions were set apart from all other inventors. Front of flash card Back of flash card
Write the definition: (adverb) over and over again; repetitive Means the same as (synonym): Endlessly, perpetually Write a sentence (using context clues): The cat chased the mouse ceaselessly around the room for hours. Front of flash card Back of flash card
Write the definition: (verb) ignited or brought up again and again Means the same as (synonym): Enliven, sparked Write a sentence (using context clues): Bruno Mars aroused the crowd with his outstanding performance at the Superbowl. Front of flash card Back of flash card
Write the definition: (noun) contempt or hatred/feeling something is unworthy Means the same as (synonym): Hatred, insolence Write a sentence (using context clues): My heart was filled with disdain after losing the football game to the Seattle Seahawks. Front of flash card Back of flash card
Write the definition: (noun) extreme pain or anxiety Means the same as (synonym): Suffering; sadness Write a sentence (using context clues): She experienced great distress when she heard her cat had passed away. Front of flash card Back of flash card
Write the definition: (adjective) not sensible or restrained; too much or excess Means the same as (synonym): unbalanced; exaggerated Write a sentence (using context clues): Her heart began to beat with an immoderate anxiety and her hands trembled as she took the diamond necklace in her hands which she knew was worth millions of dollars. The immoderate character in iCarly is constantly working and never runs out of energy. Front of flash card Back of flash card
Write the definition: (noun) severe mental or physical pain or suffering Means the same as (synonym): Sorry; tragedy; distress Write a sentence (using context clues): She was filled with anguish when she discovered there was no insurance on the new car that she recently crashed. Front of flash card Back of flash card
Write the definition: (verb) tried hard to do something; attempted Means the same as (synonym): Aspire; determined Write a sentence (using context clues): She endeavored to pay Mme. Forestier back no matter what the cost may be. Front of flash card Back of flash card
Write the definition: (noun) special honor or respect Means the same as (synonym): Loyalty; respect Write a sentence (using context clues): The men paid much homage to the temple by bowing their heads in prayer. Front of flash card Back of flash card
Write the definition: (noun) respect or warm approval Means the same as (synonym): Loyalty; respect Write a sentence (using context clues): She had great admiration for Rapunzel and wanted to mimic her every move since she loved her so greatly. Front of flash card Back of flash card
Write the definition: (noun) hall or lobby Means the same as (synonym): Entry or hallway Write a sentence (using context clues): As he entered the building he was greeted by a receptionist in the vestibule where other applicants were waiting for their interviews. Front of flash card Back of flash card
Write the definition: (noun) 1. command or order 2. when one “dictates” or speaks while another transcribes (writes down what he/she is saying) Means the same as (synonym): Transcription or copy Write a sentence (using context clues): As he spoke aloud she wrote at his dictation, recording every word and phrase exactly as he spoke it to her. Front of flash card Back of flash card
Write the definition: (adjective/adverb) a lack of wisdom or judgment; not knowing something Means the same as (synonym): Ignorant or innocent Write a sentence (using context clues): The naïve child thought he could sit next to the young tiger without being harmed even though his parents knew of the imminent danger. Front of flash card Back of flash card