Vocabulary Challenge for Grade 9

Front

What does the word 'fathom' mean?

Back

To understand after much thought.

Front

Which word describes the act of being so fascinated by something that you can't look away?

Back

Transfix.

Front

Which word means 'danger'?

Back

Peril.

Front

What does 'thwart' mean?

Back

To prevent someone from accomplishing something.

Front

If someone is 'berating' another person, what are they doing?

Back

Scolding them harshly.

Front

What does 'empathy' mean?

Back

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

Front

What does 'liability' refer to?

Back

A state of being responsible for something, especially by law.

Front

What does 'retribution' mean?

Back

Punishment inflicted on someone as vengeance for a wrong or criminal act.

Front

What does 'divert' mean?

Back

To cause someone or something to change course or turn from one direction to another.

Front

What does 'transfix' mean?

Back

To cause someone to become motionless with amazement or horror.