Vocabulary words

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Vocabulary: What does 'praise' mean?

Back

To express approval or admiration for someone's achievements or qualities.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

Vocabulary: What does 'out of shape' mean?

Back

Not physically fit; lacking in physical fitness or health.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Front

Vocabulary: What does 'getting' imply in the context of a budget?

Back

Indicates a process of change, often used to describe an increase in cost.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Front

Vocabulary: What does 'grumble' mean?

Back

To complain or express dissatisfaction in a quiet or muttering way.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

Vocabulary: What does 'gossip' mean?

Back

To talk about someone else's private affairs, often in a casual or idle manner.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

Vocabulary: What does 'criticise' mean?

Back

To express disapproval of someone or something.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

Vocabulary: What does 'bad news' imply?

Back

Information that is unfavorable or disappointing.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

Front

Vocabulary: What does 'good news' imply?

Back

Information that is favorable or positive.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5A

Front

Grammar: What is the correct form of 'to look' in the sentence: 'You ________ miserable.'?

Back

You look.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

Front

Grammar: What is the correct form of 'to get' in the sentence: 'Feeding a big family healthy meals ________ more expensive.'?

Back

is getting.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4