Understanding Vocabulary in Context

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My little brother was stubborn as a mule, so dad said he was 

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cantankerous

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I hope lunch is served early today because I am 

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famished

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When you enhance something, you __________.

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make it better

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Amy was feeling low. Every business she tried lost money or made only pennies a day. Her newest idea was selling chocolate covered baby shoes. She was convinced that it would be a lucrative business. Her friends tried to warn her that it was not a certain road to riches.
What does "lucrative" mean in this context?

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bringing in a lot of money, or profit

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I like that store. All the employees strive to make the customers feel right at home.
Which word is a synonym of “strive”?

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try

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“If you knew the gravity of the situation, you wouldn’t be laughing,” Mr. Farmer said quietly. He didn’t have to say more to get everyone’s attention.
What does “gravity” mean in this context?

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seriousness

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“I am going to rescind the permission I gave you to use my car!” T. J. announced angrily. “I thought you would take good care of it, but I was wrong!”
What does "rescind" mean in this context?

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take back

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I looked at the plans for your new house. This is earthquake country. You need to fortify the frame or you’ll have a disaster with the first tremor.
What does "fortify" mean in this context?

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strengthen

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VERSATILE: Andy is a wonderful Soccer player. He is VERSATILE; he can play different positions well.

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many abilities

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The VIGILANT guards stayed up all night to make sure no one came near the castle.

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watchful