beat, batter, or tear at a person or animal

charming; friendly or trusting

turn away

uninvolved with people or events; remote, distanced

feeling or expressing great dislike for someone or something

look over; make a judgment about

harsh or cruel

downcast, disappointed, or humiliated

unsatisfactorily small; unsatisfying

After mowing Mr. Wilson's lawn Jason expected a big payday, but instead he got the __________ sum of $5.

Bert's derogatory jokes were ___________, and the harsh words made Emily cry.

Jimmy was _________ all day because he couldn't go the beach, and the gloomy weather outside reflected his mood.

After losing the video game Jim was __________ and expressed his dislike for everyone.

The counselor had a ___________ way of speaking that made everyone she talked to feel safe and like they were talking to an old friend.