They Don't Mean It! Vocabulary

Front

What does the word 'complimentary' mean?

Back

Expressing praise or admiration.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What is the opposite of 'critical'?

Back

Complimentary.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

What does 'blurted' mean?

Back

Said suddenly or without thinking.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What is a synonym for 'misunderstanding'?

Back

Confusion.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

Front

What does 'appreciation' mean?

Back

Recognition and enjoyment of the good qualities of someone or something.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is an example of complimenting someone?

Back

Telling them you really like their shoes.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Front

What does 'admiration' mean?

Back

A feeling of respect and approval.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is the meaning of 'blunt'?

Back

Not sharp; straightforward in speech.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What does 'liberal' mean in a social context?

Back

Open to new behavior or opinions; willing to discard traditional values.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What does 'timid' mean?

Back

Showing a lack of courage or confidence.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4