Diary of Anne Frank Vocab Act 1

Front

What does 'portly' mean?

Back

Having a stout body; somewhat fat.

Front

What does 'subdue' mean?

Back

To bring under control, especially by force.

Front

What does 'loathe' mean?

Back

To feel intense dislike or disgust for something.

Front

What does 'insufferable' mean?

Back

Too extreme to bear; intolerable.

Front

What is a 'belfry'?

Back

A bell tower, especially one that is part of a church.

Front

What does 'domestic' mean?

Back

Relating to the home or household.

Front

Provide an example of 'portly' in a sentence.

Back

The portly gentleman struggled to fit into the narrow chair.

Front

Provide an example of 'subdue' in a sentence.

Back

The police had to subdue the suspect after he resisted arrest.

Front

Provide an example of 'loathe' in a sentence.

Back

I loathe the taste of olives.

Front

Provide an example of 'insufferable' in a sentence.

Back

His insufferable arrogance made it difficult to work with him.