Spelling List # 1

hiccup

• An involuntary spasm of the diaphragm that can't be controlled

• A voluntary contraction of the abdominal muscles

• A sudden intake of breath due to surprise

• A chronic cough caused by irritation

intrinsic

• Belonging naturally; essential.

• Superficial; not genuine.

• Temporary; fleeting.

• Unrelated; extraneous.

fragment

• A small part broken or separated off something.

• A large, intact piece of material.

• A complete and whole object.

• A temporary or fleeting moment.

obstruct

• To block or get in the way of something.

• To assist or help someone.

• To clarify or explain something.

• To create an opportunity for something.

astonish

• To surprise or impress someone greatly.

• To confuse or bewilder someone.

• To entertain someone with humor.

• To annoy or irritate someone.

athletic

• Physically strong, fit, and active.

• Having a strong interest in sports.

• Being able to run long distances without tiring.

• Enjoying watching sports rather than participating.

continent

• Any of the world's main continuous expanses of land (e.g., Africa, Asia, Europe).

• A large body of water surrounded by land.

• A type of climate characterized by high temperatures and humidity.

• A political division within a country.

disgusting

• Arousing/causing a strong feeling of dislike

• Pleasing and enjoyable

• Neutral and indifferent

• Exciting and thrilling

selfishness

• The quality of being generous and selfless.

• The quality or state of being selfish; lack of consideration for others.

• A state of being overly concerned with others' feelings.

• The ability to share and cooperate with others.

witness

• A person who sees an event, typically a crime or accident, take place.

• A person who hears about an event from others.

• A person who reports news stories.

• A person who analyzes evidence in a court case.