Wordly Wise, Book 8, Lesson 1 - Just the Right Word

Front

The swelling in Denise's ankle was so painful that she could hardly stand it.

Back

excruciating

Front

abrupt manner

Back

brusque

Front

The 1930s was a very disturbed and agitated decade in European history.

Back

turbulent

Front

When the lawyer attempted to harm the reputation of the witness by calling her a liar, the judge intervened.

Back

demean

Front

Who is the person with the legal right to ownership of the furniture business?

Back

proprietor

Front

Without any explanation, Emi bluntly rejected Brandon's offer to help change the tire.

Back

rebuff

Front

eager and enthusiastic

Back

avid

Front

able to recover quickly from misfortune

Back

resilient

Front

The installation of the first president, George Washington, took place on April 30, 1789.

Back

inaugurate

Front

Ernest Hemingway wrote in a style that was short and to the point.

Back

concise