Vocabulary Unit 5

Front

What does it mean to neutralize something?

Back

To render something ineffective or harmless by applying an opposite force or effect.

Front

What does it mean to cower?

Back

To crouch down in fear.

Front

What part of speech is 'neutralize'?

Back

Verb.

Front

What part of speech is 'wince'?

Back

Verb.

Front

What part of speech is 'consternation'?

Back

Noun.

Front

Define 'neutralize' in a sentence.

Back

To neutralize a threat means to make it harmless.

Front

Provide a synonym for 'cower'.

Back

Flinch.

Front

What is the opposite of 'neutralize'?

Back

Activate.

Front

Use 'consternation' in a sentence.

Back

She looked at the exam with consternation.

Front

What is the meaning of 'wince'?

Back

To make a slight involuntary grimace or shrinking movement out of pain or distress.