Vocabulary Workshop (Level B) - Word Definitions

What is the definition of 'Abnormal'?

• not usual, not typical, strange

• very common and ordinary

• completely normal and expected

• always positive and beneficial

• always negative and harmful

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

What is the definition of 'Grim'?

• stern, merciless; fierce, savage, cruel

• happy, cheerful, joyful

• gentle, kind, soft

• bright, colorful, lively

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of 'hospitable'?

• offering friendly or generous treatment to guests; open to anything new or strange

• showing reluctance to meet new people; avoiding guests

• being strict and unfriendly to visitors

• refusing to accept anything unfamiliar

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of 'lavish'?

• overly generous, extravagant; abundant; (v.) to spend or give freely or without limit

• to be cautious or careful; to avoid risks

• to be dull or lacking in interest

• to be strict or severe in manner

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

What is the definition of 'Mutual'?

• shared, felt or shown equally by two or more

• existing in only one person

• related to financial transactions only

• a type of physical object

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

What is the definition of 'Sodden'?

• Soaked with liquid or moisture; expressionless, dull; spiritless, listless

• Extremely happy or joyful

• Covered in dust or dirt

• Very bright or shining

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of 'Prudent'?

• cautious, careful, showing good sense

• reckless, impulsive, careless

• lazy, indifferent, uninterested

• arrogant, boastful, proud

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of 'Flagrant'?

• extremely bad, glaring; scandalous, notorious

• quiet and reserved

• difficult to understand

• related to plants

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of 'Eradicate'?

• (v.) to root out, get rid of, destroy completely

• (v.) to decorate or embellish

• (v.) to support or strengthen

• (v.) to confuse or puzzle

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

What is the definition of 'Lubricate'?

• to apply oil or grease; to make smooth, slippery, or easier to use

• to remove moisture from something

• to increase the temperature rapidly

• to cover with a layer of paint

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.5.10