Word of the Day: Set 2 Flashcard

Front

What does the word 'bizarre' mean?

Back

Strikingly out of the ordinary; strange and unusual.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

Provide a synonym for 'bizarre'.

Back

Strange.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Front

What is the antonym of 'bizarre'?

Back

Normal.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Front

What does it mean to feel 'nostalgia'?

Back

A sentimental longing for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is a common trigger for nostalgia?

Back

Memories of a happy childhood.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

Define the verb 'elicit'.

Back

To evoke or draw out a response.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What is the opposite of 'enthusiastic'?

Back

Jaded.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

In what context might someone use the word 'bizarre'?

Back

To describe an event or situation that is strange or unusual.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is the meaning of 'jaded'?

Back

Tired, bored, or lacking enthusiasm, typically after having had too much of something.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

How can nostalgia affect a person's mood?

Back

It can evoke feelings of happiness or sadness, depending on the memories recalled.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4