Context Clues Week 2

What is a SYNONYM for ELUSIVE:

The rare butterfly proved elusive, as it darted away every time the researchers tried to catch a glimpse of it in the dense forest.

• tricky, hard to catch

• confusing, can't understand

• deceitful

• slippery

What is SYNONYM for Gregarious: Jamie’s gregarious nature meant she was always surrounded by friends at social events, chatting and laughing with everyone around her.

• happy

• reserved

• social

• cocky

What is a SYNONYM for recuperate:

After his surgery, Michael needed several weeks to recuperate and regain his strength before he could return to work.

• come back

• deteriorate

• lose

• recover

What is a SYNONYM for Bellicose:

The bellicose leader’s speeches were filled with aggressive threats and promises of war, stirring up tension among neighboring countries.

• sparing

• threatening

• melancholy

• insecure

What is a SYNONYM for consummate:

As a consummate chef, she managed to create a gourmet meal with perfect flavors and presentation, leaving everyone at the dinner party in awe.

• expert

• yummy

• popular

• cook

What is a SYNONYM for jaundiced:

His jaundiced view of the company’s new policies was evident when he criticized them harshly, believing they were designed to favor only a few.

• envious

• confused

• approving

• disapproving

What is a SYNONYM for nettle:

Her constant interruptions during the meeting began to nettle her colleagues, making it difficult for anyone to focus on the discussion.

• annoy

• insult

• sting

• help

What is a SYNONYM for phenomenon:

The northern lights are a stunning phenomenon that captivates anyone who is fortunate enough to witness this rare occurance in the night sky.

• miracle

• anomaly

• occurance

• event

What is a SYNONYM for superlative:

The film received superlative reviews from critics, who praised it as the best movie of the year for its outstanding direction and performances.

• decent

• good

• mediocre

• exceptional

What is a SYNONYM for whet:

The teaser trailer was designed to whet the audience’s appetite for the upcoming film, providing just enough excitement to build anticipation.

• grind

• create

• stop

• hone (grab)