antagonist

• A character who opposes the main character in a story
• A supportive friend or ally
• A hero who saves the day
• A flexible person who is open to new ideas

antiseptic

• A substance that kills germs and prevents infection
• A dirty cloth full of germs
• A solution that spreads bacteria
• Someone who helps the main character succeed

antisocial

• Not wanting to be with other people
• Someone who loves to be around people
• A person who is always the center of attention at parties
• A consistent, non-conflicting opinion

audible

• Able to be heard
• A sound too quiet to hear
• A silent room with no noise
• A kind friend who always helps others

audience

• A group of people watching or listening to something
• A group of people performing on stage
• A speaker giving a presentation
• A fraction that represents a different value

audition

• A tryout for a role in a play or performance
• Watching a movie at the theater
• Practicing lines at home alone
• A substance used to encourage the growth of bacteria

auditorium

• A large room where people gather to watch performances or events
• A small closet with no seating
• An open field with no walls or roof
• A very friendly and talkative person

cacophony

• A mix of loud, confusing, and unpleasant sounds
• A peaceful and quiet forest
• A symphony with harmonious music
• To make something easier to access

conspicuous

• Easily seen or noticed
• A subtle detail no one notices
• A hidden object in a crowded room
• A smell that is completely unnoticeable

contradiction

• A situation where two things are opposite or very different
• A statement that agrees with everything else
• A fact that aligns perfectly with all evidence
• A friendly dog wagging its tail