Vocabulary Challenge for Grade 7

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What does the word 'shabby' mean?

Back

Worn and old; in poor condition.

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Use 'shabby' in a sentence.

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His shabby clothes were worn and old.

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What does the word 'ambition' mean?

Back

A strong desire to achieve something.

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Use 'ambition' in a sentence.

Back

Her ambition to become a doctor motivated her studies.

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What is the connotation of the word 'giddy'?

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Generally positive; it refers to a feeling of excitement or joy.

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Use 'giddy' in a sentence.

Back

She felt giddy with excitement on her birthday.

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What does the word 'reform' mean?

Back

To make changes in order to improve something.

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Use 'reform' in a sentence.

Back

The teacher decided to reform the classroom by adding more decorations.

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What is the connotation of the word 'ogre'?

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Generally negative; it refers to a frightening or cruel person.

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Use 'ogre' in a sentence.

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In the story, the ogre scared all the villagers.