vocab in context 7
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CON with, together
Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite
Sentence Example
ConferConflict
CongregateConsequence
ROOT OF THE WEEK
Because students tend to congregate in the hallways instead of going to class, Mr. Alden began to write up any one he saw after classes began.
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1. Conflict (noun) a disagreement or fight
(verb) to clash, go against one another
Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite
Sentence Example
ClashBattle
Peace (n)
Story conflictInternal conflictExternal conflict
HOUDINI
As our Team Leader, it is Mr. Alden’s job to help resolve any conflicts between students and make sure people get along.
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2. Consequence (noun) the result or outcome of something happening earlier Synonym - Same Antonym -
OppositeSentence Example
EffectResult
Cause
Positive Consequence
Negative Consequence
HOUDINI
Mr. Alden explained with great clarity to the sixth graders that the consequence for picking up snow outside would be very severe.
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3. Amiable (adjective) Delightful and outgoing.
Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite
Sentence Example
AffableJolly
The amiable student brightened his classmates’ day
with his friendly demeanor and
funny jokes.
Amiable friendGruff
Disagreeable
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4. Authorize (verb) to permit, allow or empower
Synonym - Same Sentence Example
EmpowerEnable
In the United States, only
Congress is authorized
by the Constitution to
make laws.
Authorized personnel only
DenyReject
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Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite
Sentence Example
LoudUproarious
Serene Timid
A boisterous crowd of jubilant fans cheered the Phillies when they
won the World Series.
Boisterous crowd
Boisterous friend
5. Boisterous (adjective) Loud and rough in a joyful way
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CRED believe
Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite
Sentence Example
CredibilityCreditIncredibleIncredulous
ROOT OF THE WEEK
Some teachers find it incredible that students expect to receive an A or B for an assignment when it is clear that they did not put forth their best effort.
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6. Credibility (noun) the quality of being believable, trustworthy Synonym - Same Antonym -
OppositeSentence Example
IntegrityReliability
Improbability
Lack of credibility
HOUDINI
In order for students at CPCS to maintain their credibility with their teachers, they should consistently complete their work and never be dishonest.
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7. Incredulous (adjective) indicating or showing disbelief Synonym - Same Antonym -
OppositeSentence Example
DoubtfulSkeptical
BelievingSure
Incredulous expression
HOUDINI
Mr. Kelly was incredulous when students who had missing assignments asked him if they could get extra credit.
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8. Leeway (noun) extra time, space, materials to do something; room for error; creative freedom
Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite
Sentence Example
LatitudeWiggle room
The students were happy that Mr. Tamagni gave them a lot of leeway in choosing their groups and project topics for the science fair.
Creative leeway
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9. Limber (adjective) flexible, easily bending
(verb) to stretch, cause to become flexible
Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite
Sentence Example
Nimble (adj)Spry (adj)Stretch (verb)
Stiff (adj)Rigid (adj)
In order to avoid serious injury, athletes are supposed to limber up before and after every practice, competition and game.
Limber bodyLimber materials
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10. Oracle (noun) Someone or something who can see into the future
Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite
Sentence Example
SeerPsychic
Though many people claim to be oracles, no one has scientifically proven that they can accurately predict what will happen in the future.
Oracle of Delphi (ancient Greek
myths)