Vocabulary Homework Week 3.4

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What is the definition of 'disdain'?

Back

A lack of respect and strong dislike (toward something or someone)

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What is the definition of 'dire'?

Back

Hopeless and dangerous or fearful

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What does it mean to 'diminish'?

Back

To become smaller in scope or degree

Front

What is the meaning of 'discord'?

Back

A lack of harmony or agreement; disagreement

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What does 'dismay' mean?

Back

A feeling of shock or concern, often due to unexpected events

Front

Provide an example of 'disdain' in a sentence.

Back

She looked at the messy room with disdain.

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Provide an example of 'dire' in a sentence.

Back

The situation was dire, requiring immediate action.

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Provide an example of 'diminish' in a sentence.

Back

The sound of the music began to diminish as we walked away.

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Provide an example of 'discord' in a sentence.

Back

The discord among the team members led to a failed project.

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Provide an example of 'dismay' in a sentence.

Back

He felt dismay when he saw the damage to his car.