The Giver Vocabulary Flashcard 1

Front

What does it mean to 'defy the odds'?

Back

To achieve something that seems impossible or unlikely, often in the face of adversity.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is the meaning of 'conceivable'?

Back

Capable of being imagined or believed; possible.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

Define 'diminish'.

Back

To make or become less in size, importance, or intensity.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What does it mean to be 'exempt' from something?

Back

To be free from an obligation or liability imposed on others.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What does it mean to 'relish' something?

Back

To enjoy or take great pleasure in something.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

Provide a synonym for 'defied'.

Back

Challenged, opposed, resisted.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What is an antonym for 'diminish'?

Back

Increase, enlarge, amplify.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

In what context might someone be 'exempt' from a fee?

Back

When they meet certain criteria that allow them to avoid paying that fee.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What is a situation where one might 'relish' an experience?

Back

Enjoying a favorite meal after a long time without it.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

How can 'conceivable' be used in a sentence?

Back

It is conceivable that we will finish the project ahead of schedule.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4