2 Synonyms Flashcards

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Untidy

The place quickly became untidy.

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Messy

She wrote it hastily and messily on a scrap of paper.

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Prize

He won first prize at the Leeds Piano Competition.

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award

She was awarded the prize for both films.

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break

My mom took a break from her work to pick me my school

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Interval

The ferry service has restarted after an interval of 12 years. [+ of]

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Flat

Tiles can be fixed to any surface as long as it’s flat, firm and dry.

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Level

The water level of the Mississippi River is already 6.5 feet below normal. [+ of]

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Smart

He was smart and well groomed but not good looking.

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Intelligent

Susan’s a very bright and intelligent woman who knows her own mind.

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Eager

Robert was eager to talk about life in the Army.

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Enthusiastic

Tom was very enthusiastic about the place. [+ about]

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Gulp

She quickly gulped her tea. [VERB noun]

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Swallow

Jan lifted her glass and took a quick swallow.

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Think

I certainly think that the film will attract people into the country. [VERB that]

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Consider

I had always considered myself a strong, competent woman. [V n n/adj]

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Shade

Exotic trees provide welcome shade.

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Tint

Green has many different shades and tints.

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Want

Ian knows exactly what he wants in life. [VERB noun]

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Desire

I had a strong desire to help and care for people.

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