Vocabulary Understanding and Word Meanings

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What does 'serene' mean?

Back

Calm and peaceful.

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What does 'hastily' mean?

Back

Excessive speed and urgency.

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What does 'decipher' mean?

Back

To figure something out that is confusing.

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What does 'scrutinize' mean?

Back

To examine something very carefully.

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What does 'pity' mean?

Back

A feeling of sorrow for someone else's misfortune.

Front

Use 'serene' in a sentence.

Back

The lake was serene in the early morning.

Front

Use 'hastily' in a sentence.

Back

She hastily packed her bag before leaving.

Front

Use 'decipher' in a sentence.

Back

I had to decipher the secret message.

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Use 'scrutinize' in a sentence.

Back

The teacher will scrutinize the students' essays.

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Use 'pity' in a sentence.

Back

I felt pity for the lost puppy.