Wordly Wise 8:1

turbulent

• calm and peaceful

• chaotic, unruly; stormy, tempestuous

• steady and predictable

• gentle and soothing

Synonym

• A word that has the same or similar definition to another given word.

• A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

• A word that is used to describe an action or state.

• A word that is a specific example of a broader category.

context

• The circumstances or setting surrounding an event or idea.

• A brief summary of a text or event.

• A specific location where an event takes place.

• The main idea or theme of a story.

pseudonym

• a fictitious name used by an author; a pen name.

• a type of literary genre.

• a character in a novel.

• a historical figure's nickname.

demean

• To elevate one's self-esteem; to enhance reputation or character.

• To cause a lowering of self-esteem; to lower in reputation or character.

• To maintain one's self-esteem; to keep reputation or character intact.

• To confuse or mislead someone about their self-worth.

evoke

• To bring or recall to the conscious mind.

• To suppress or forget a memory.

• To create a new memory.

• To analyze a situation critically.

inaugurate

• To end a system, policy, or period.

• To begin or introduce a system, policy, or period.

• To modify an existing system or policy.

• To evaluate the effectiveness of a system or policy.

brusque

• A. Polite and courteous in manner.

• B. Abrupt or offhand in speech or manner.

• C. Slow and deliberate in action.

• D. Friendly and sociable in nature.

despicable

• deserving admiration and respect.

• deserving contempt or scorn.

• worthy of praise and honor.

• capable of causing joy and happiness.

antonym

• A word that has the same meaning as another word.

• A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

• A word that describes an action or state.

• A word that is used to express a feeling or emotion.