Definition: Expecting everything to turn out for the best

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Mrs. Cohle is optimistic about another fantastic school year at Hillside.

Definition: Feeling certain

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Sara confidently raised her hand to answer the question.

Definition: To look like

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Maggie resembles her sister Molly.

Definition: To heap up or pile up; gather together; collect

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Leaves accumulate on the ground during the fall.

Definition: Very large; enormous

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The high ceiling was held up by massive pillars.

Definition: Fearful or shy

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David is timid around people he does not know.

Definition: Causing fear; creepy

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I saw an eerie old house up on the hill.

Definition: Noisy and wild

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The children were boisterous on the last day of school.

Definition: To copy closely or imitate

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I tried to mimic the moves of my Tae Kwon Do teacher.

Definition: To motivate and encourage.

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Mr. Smith inspires his students to work harder.

Definition: Something that is extremely interesting

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The skyscrapers were fascinating to the tourists.

Definition: Delicious

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The turkey dinner was delectable.

Definition: Different; strange

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Your cat has peculiar eyes: one is green and the other is blue.

Definition: To add color to something that is usually plain

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People enjoy decorating their homes for the holidays.

Definition: Having more than enough

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We had an abundant amount of cookies for the holiday party.

Definition: Gloomy

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We will have inside recess when the weather is dreary.

Definition: To argue over something that is not very important

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Abby and Kevin were bickering over who would kick the ball next.

Definition: Perfect

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Katelyn thinks it is an ideal day to go for a bike ride.

Definition: To play about in a fun way

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The puppies frolicked in the backyard.

Definition: To think someone or something is special and dear

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Kelly cherishes the time she spends with her grandparents.

Definition: Showing that you care for someone and that you want to help; kind

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Jacob is compassionate toward people in need.

Definition: Paying attention; being observant

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Mrs. Johnson waits until her class is attentive before reading.

Definition: Someone to spend time with

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Zachary was my companion while we walked on the trail.

Definition: Very pretty and beautiful

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The princess wore a gorgeous gown to the ball.

Definition: Describes someone who does not like to share or give money

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The stingy girl wouldn’t give anything to the fundraiser.

Definition: Make happy and full of energy

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The fresh spring air exhilarated us.

Definition: Done with a lot of energy

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Julia vigorously brushed her teeth.

Definition: Wanting to do something very much

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I am eager to go to my grandma’s house for spring break.

Definition: Honest

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Dan’s apology to Paul was sincere.

Definition: Describes someone who causes trouble

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The teacher had difficulty controlling the mischievous class.

Definition: Difficult to understand or explain

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Melanie needed help with the complicated math problem.

Definition: To not give up or not go away

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I had trouble with multiplication, but I persisted until I memorized all of my facts.

Definition: Annoying

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The pesky flies at the picnic bothered Michael.

Definition: To make someone feel better when they are upset

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Dad comforted me when I missed the goal in the soccer game.

Definition: Worth remembering

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Our family’s trip to Disney World was a memorable vacation.

Definition: Silly or very happy

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Nicole was giddy when her mom brought home a new puppy.

Definition: Extremely happy

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The students are ecstatic that summer vacation will soon be here!