Vocabulary • Ch 2 - Grade 7 • Context Clues

I couldn't help but cringe at his awkward attempt at humor.

 

What does the word 'cringe' mean?

• To meet or come across someone or something

• Something that is not real

• Happening or occurring often

• Feeling embarrassed or awkward about something

The flight was delayed due to bad weather conditions.

 

What does the word 'delayed' mean?

• Not doing anything or not active

• A feeling of being treated unfairly

• To not do something right away

• To make up or create something

Her description of the suspect was detailed and accurate.

 

What does the word 'description' mean?

• A detailed explanation or portrayal of something

• To meet or come across someone or something

• The study of money and resources

• How you feel about something

His behavior at the party was disgraceful, causing embarrassment to everyone around him.

 

What does the word 'disgraceful' mean?

• Not easy or convenient

• To make up or create something

• Very shameful or dishonorable behavior

• To give something in return for something else

She studied economics in college and now works for a large financial institution.

 

What does the word 'economics' mean?

• To meet or come across someone or something

• No longer alive or existing

• A single event or part of a story

• The study of money and resources