Vocabulary Flashcard for Grade 8

Front

What is a facial expression that indicates disapproval or pain?

Back

Grimace

Front

Which word means to quell, crush, or end by force?

Back

Stifle

Front

What does it mean to behave in a way that suggests one has higher standards than is the case?

Back

Hypocritical

Front

What is the term for serious and immediate danger?

Back

Peril

Front

What does it mean to do something in a forceful, passionate, or intense manner?

Back

Vehemently

Front

What is the meaning of 'Hypocritical'?

Back

Behaving in a way that suggests one has higher standards than is the case.

Front

Define 'Stifle'.

Back

To quell, crush, or end by force.

Front

What does 'Peril' refer to?

Back

Serious and immediate danger.

Front

Explain 'Vehemently'.

Back

To do something in a forceful, passionate, or intense manner.

Front

What does 'Vex' mean?

Back

To annoy or frustrate someone.