Vocabulary Flashcards

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Priceless

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Of inestimable value; invaluable.

Sentence: The old photograph was priceless to Sarah because it was the last picture she had with her grandmother.

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Senseless

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Lacking meaning or purpose; without sense.

Sentence: The vandalism of the park seemed senseless to everyone who enjoyed its beauty.

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Countless

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Too numerous to count; innumerable.

Sentence: There were countless stars twinkling in the night sky during our camping trip.

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Thankless

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Not feeling or expressing gratitude; unappreciated.

Sentence: Being a referee is a thankless job because no matter what decision you make, someone is unhappy.

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Breathless

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Out of breath; unable to breathe easily due to exertion or excitement.

Sentence: After running up the hill, Michael was breathless and needed a moment to catch his breath.

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Limitless

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Without limits; infinite.

Sentence: The possibilities for invention are limitless in the field of technology.

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Speechless

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Unable to speak, especially due to shock or strong emotion.

Sentence: When she saw the surprise birthday party, Sarah was speechless with joy.

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Powerless

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Lacking power, strength, or authority.

Sentence: The citizens felt powerless against the new law that restricted their freedom.

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Courage

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The ability to confront fear, pain, danger, uncertainty, or intimidation.

Sentence: Rosa showed great courage when she stood up for her beliefs in front of the whole school.

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Scour

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To search thoroughly; to clean or polish by hard rubbing.

Sentence: They had to scour the beach for seashells during their vacation.