Word Detectives #1

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What does the word 'intercept' mean?

Back

To stop or seize something before it reaches its intended destination.

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What is an antonym?

Back

A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What does the word 'guardian' mean?

Back

A person who protects or takes care of someone or something.

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What does the word 'sluggish' mean?

Back

Moving slowly or lacking energy.

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What does the word 'taunt' mean?

Back

To tease or make fun of someone in a hurtful way.

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What is the opposite of 'peace'?

Back

Conflict or disturbance.

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What does 'vivid' mean?

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Bright, clear, and full of life.

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What does 'sparse' mean?

Back

Thinly dispersed or scattered; not dense.

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What is the meaning of 'obsolete'?

Back

No longer in use or no longer useful.

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How can you use 'intercept' in a sentence?

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The police were able to intercept the stolen car before it got too far.