Vocabulary Flashcard

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What does the word 'absurd' mean?

Back

Wildly ridiculous, unreasonable, or unsuitable.

Front

How can 'elaborately' be used in a sentence?

Back

A wedding can be an elaborately detailed event.

Front

What does it mean to 'covet' something?

Back

To strongly desire it.

Front

What is the meaning of 'forfeit'?

Back

To lose or give up something because of breaking a rule.

Front

Which word can describe a tiger?

Back

Ferocious.

Front

What is a synonym for 'absurd'?

Back

Preposterous.

Front

Provide an example of a situation that could be described as 'absurd'.

Back

A person trying to sell ice to an Eskimo.

Front

What is the adverb form of 'elaborate'?

Back

Elaborately.

Front

What is the opposite of 'covet'?

Back

Disdain or reject.

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In what context might someone 'forfeit' a game?

Back

If they break the rules or do not show up.