unit 2d words 16-20

unit 2d words 16-20

subjugate

(v.) to conquer by force, bring under complete

control

synonyms: subdue, vanquish

antonyms: submit, surrender

17. sully

(v.) to soil, stain, tarnish, defile, besmirch

synonyms: pollute, taint

antonyms: cleanse, purify

18. tantalize

(v) to tease, torment by teasing

synonyms: tempt, lead on

antonyms: satisfy, fulfill

19. terse

(adj.) brief and to the point

synonyms: concise, crisp

antonyms: verbose, wordy

20. unflinching

(adj.) firm, showing no signs of fear, not drawing

back

synonyms: resolute , steadfast

antonyms: irresolute, wavering

Multiple Choice

She stood _____________ as the rabid dog came toward her because she knew it would not be smart to run.

• dissolute

• unflinching

• sullied

• subjugated

Multiple Choice

If you want to ____- my name with those lies, please do not pretend to be my friend!

• adjourn

• proliferate

• terse

• sully

Multiple Choice

The king ___________the small army so he could proliferate his own.

• sullied

• subjugated

• compensated

• aliened

Multiple Choice

Why do you constantly _________your little brother by telling him you will let him have your video game if he does chores for you?

• tantalize

• sully

• subjugate

• unflinching

Multiple Choice

My mom answered with a __________ NO! when I asked if I could go to the party.

• erratic

• fodder

• terse

• jeered

Multiple Choice

Why do you _____ the people in your class who will ultimately have to help you on your project?

• fodder

• sully

• jeer

• tantalize

Multiple Choice

Why do you _____ the people in your class who will ultimately have to help you on your project?

• fodder

• sully

• jeer

• tantalize