Vocabulary Mastery for Grade 10

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What does 'derisive' mean?

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Expressing contempt or ridicule; mocking.

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Use 'derisive' in a sentence.

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The derisive laughter hurt his feelings.

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What does 'blasphemous' mean?

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Showing disrespect or lack of reverence for God or something sacred.

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Use 'blasphemous' in a sentence.

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His blasphemous remarks offended many in the religious community.

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What is a synonym for 'ostracize'?

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Exclude.

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Use 'ostracize' in a sentence.

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They decided to ostracize him from their group.

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What does 'primitive' mean?

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Relating to the earliest age or stage; not developed.

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Use 'primitive' in a sentence.

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The primitive tools were made of stone and wood.

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What is a synonym for 'degenerate'?

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Decline.

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Use 'degenerate' in a sentence.

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The condition of the building began to degenerate over time.