Tuck Vocabulary: Chapters 12-25

Front

What does the word 'murmurs' mean?

Back

Murmurs refer to low, soft sounds or whispers, often used to describe quiet conversations.

Front

What does 'illiterate' mean?

Back

Illiterate means unable to read or write.

Front

What is an 'accomplice'?

Back

An accomplice is a person who helps another commit a crime or wrongdoing.

Front

What does 'accusations' mean?

Back

Accusations are claims or assertions that someone has done something wrong or illegal.

Front

What does 'gingerly' mean?

Back

Gingerly means to do something carefully and with caution.

Front

Provide an example of 'murmurs' in a sentence.

Back

The students spoke in murmurs during the quiet reading time.

Front

Provide an example of 'illiterate' in a sentence.

Back

Many people in the world are still illiterate and cannot read or write.

Front

Provide an example of 'accomplice' in a sentence.

Back

The thief's accomplice helped him escape from the scene of the crime.

Front

Provide an example of 'accusations' in a sentence.

Back

The accusations against the player were proven false after the investigation.

Front

Provide an example of 'gingerly' in a sentence.

Back

She gingerly picked up the fragile vase to avoid breaking it.