Vocab. Lists 1-5 Practice

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Meaning of 'apprehensive' in: Johnny was apprehensive about starting a new school.

Back

uneasy or fearful

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Meaning of 'captivated' in: 'The monster trucks, tires kicking up mud, captivated the 8 year old boy.'

Back

attracted or held attention

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Meaning of 'diminish' in: 'The doctor said the scars from the bike wreck would diminish over time.'

Back

to make less; fade

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Meaning of 'vital' in: Food and water were vital to the stranded passengers.

Back

necessary for life

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Meaning of 'grueling' in: The grueling 10 mile bike ride was uphill most of the way.

Back

exhausting; tiring

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Meaning of 'obscure' in: Clouds obscure the view of Mt. McKinley.

Back

make not clear or plain

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Meaning of 'consider' in: I had to consider my two options carefully.

Back

to think carefully

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Meaning of 'engrossed' in: 'The students were so engrossed in the science lab that they didn't realize class time had passed.'

Back

Full attention is taken.

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Meaning of 'taunted' in: Edgar was sad that his classmates taunted him about his new glasses.

Back

sarcasting or insulting

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Meaning of 'embellished' in: 'The teenager embellished his room with posters.'

Back

beautify or enhance