Synonyms I & II Vocabulary Review

What are the synonyms for the word:

Adequate (adj.)?

• Sufficient; Suitable

• Whimsical; Erratic

• Detest; Disdain

• Modesty; Humbleness

Answer explanation

Adequate is an adjective.

Other synonyms for Adequate are: Satisfactory, Enough, and Ample.

Sample Sentence:

The food was more than adequate for my family of four.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

What are the synonyms for the word: Vicious (adj.)?

• Ferocious; Violent

• Indomitable; Unconquerable

• Fruitful; Generous

• Watchful; Alert

Answer explanation

Vicious is an adjective.

Other synonyms for Vicious are: Cruel and Fierce.

Sample Sentence:

The vicious dog bit the mailman on the leg.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.5.4A

What are the synonyms for the word:

Inconspicuous (adj.)?

• Accentuate; Feature

• Flashy; Showy

• Tranquil; Peaceful

• Indistinct; Unassuming

Answer explanation

Inconspicuous is an adjective.

Another synonym for Inconspicuous is:

Unremarkable.

Sample Sentence:

I hoped my new tattoo was inconspicuous enough for my mother not to notice.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

What are the synonyms for the word: Cringe (v.)?

• Preceding; Previous

• Ludicrous; Preposterous

• Cower; Recoil

• Ingenious; Resourceful

Answer explanation

Cringe is a verb.

Other synonyms for Cringe are: Flinch and Shrink.

Sample Sentence:

I cringe at the thought of drinking pickle juice.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What vocabulary word has the synonyms: Watchful, Wary, and Alert?

• Absurd (adj.)

• Novice (n.)

• Loathe (v.)

• Vigilant (adj.)

Answer explanation

Vigilant is an adjective.

Sample Sentence:

My older sister stayed vigilant as she walked me across the street.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What vocabulary word has the synonyms: Previous, Earlier, and Preceding?

• Bountiful (adj.)

• Prior (adj.)

• Torrid (adj.)

• Versatile (adj.)

Answer explanation

Prior is an adjective.

Sample Sentence:

On our prior vocabulary review, we wrote our vocabulary words in complete sentences.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What vocabulary word has the synonyms: Hot, Scorching, Burning, and Broiling?

• Vicious (adj.)

• Invincible (adj.)

• Torrid (adj.)

• Emphasize (v.)

Answer explanation

Torrid is an adjective.

Sample Sentence:

The firefighters had to prepare themselves physically and mentally for the torrid forest fire.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What vocabulary word has the synonyms: Changeable, Capricious, Erratic, and Whimsical?

• Fickle (adj.)

• Versatile (adj.)

• Sensible (adj.)

• Loathe (v.)

Answer explanation

Fickle is an adjective.

Sample Sentence:

The fickle boy could not decide whether he wanted to play lacrosse, soccer, or basketball.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What are the synonyms for the word: Sensible (adj.)?

• Astute; Wise

• Amateur; Beginner

• Abundant; Plentiful

• Stress; Accentuate

Answer explanation

Sensible is an adjective.

Another synonym for Sensible is: Insightful.

Sample Sentence:

The sensible child knew not to talk to strangers on the playground.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What are the synonyms for the word: Absurd (adj.)?

• Generous; Fruitful

• Foe; Competitor

• Ludicrous; Foolish

• Cruel; Ferocious

Answer explanation

Absurd is an adjective.

Other synonyms for Absurd are: Ridiculous and Preposterous.

Sample Sentence:

It is absurd for mosquitoes to carry a person across a street.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C