LWW Vocabulary 13-16

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What does 'scornfully' mean?

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In a manner that shows contempt or disdain; expressing a lack of respect.

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What does 'halted' mean?

Back

Brought to an abrupt stop.

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What does 'prodigious' mean?

Back

Remarkably great in extent, size, or degree; extraordinary.

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What does 'remarkably' mean?

Back

In a way that is worthy of attention; very unusual or surprising.

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What does 'deafening' mean?

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Very loud, impossible to hear anything else.

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Use 'scornfully' in a sentence.

Back

She scornfully dismissed his suggestion.

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Use 'halted' in a sentence.

Back

The car halted suddenly at the red light.

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Use 'prodigious' in a sentence.

Back

The prodigious task of building the pyramid took many years.

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Use 'remarkably' in a sentence.

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He was remarkably calm under pressure.

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Use 'deafening' in a sentence.

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The concert was so loud it was deafening.