Definition: passionate, enthusiastic, fiery.

My brother is an _________________ hockey fan. He goes to games every weekend.

Synonyms impassioned, fervent, zealous

Antonyms cool, frigid

Definition: to add to.

Larry's dad agreed to ______________ his allowance by two more dollars a week.

Synonyms boost, enhance, enlarge

Antonyms abate, decrease, reduce

Definition: unimpressed and indifferent.

We thought Ken would be really excited about the prestigious award he received, but he was very ______________ about the whole thing.

Synonyms bored, disenchanted

Antonyms eager, enthusiastic

Definition: without any people; dismal and devastated.

When everybody else was away on spring break, Kayley thought the playground seemed __________________.

Synonyms deserted, lonesome

Antonyms populous

Definition: to start or begin.

Trina is going to __________ on a trip and sail around the world by herself.

Synonyms commence, launch, undertake

Definition: to protect and provide (for oneself).

The little squirrel had to ______________ for herself in the big woods.

Definition: an unobstructed or complete view.

The home at the top of the hill had a ________ of the entire valley and beyond.

Definition:way of greeting or welcoming.

The ambassador gave a warm ______________ to the visitors when they arrived.

Synonyms welcome

Definition: broken bits and pieces.

After the huge earthquake, nothing was left of the buildings but _____________.

Synonyms debris, fragments, wreckage

Definition: to swarm, brim or overflow.

Healthy ponds often _____________ with fish, insects and frogs.

Synonyms abound, be prolific, overrun

Antonyms lack, need

Definition: an area , expanse, or region.

The Kims bought a __________________ of land in the middle of the forest and used it for farming.

Definition: conversely, in reverse.

Mick constantly antagonizes his sister and ____________. She always antagonizes him, too.

Definition: to compete for

In the big game on Saturday, the rival teams will ________________ for the championship.

Synonyms contend, strive

Definition: to argue or dispute.

The fierce rivalry between the two teams can cause fans to __________________ on game days.

Synonyms dispute, fight, brawl

Antonyms agree, give in