April 8th Flashcards

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Something that is surprising or opposite to what you think it should be or what someone says

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Ironic (Ex: it is ironic that you keep telling me to be quiet during the movie, yet you keep talking to me.)

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To frighten someone; to make someone feel fearful, timid or inferior

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Intimidate (Ex: The bully tried to intimidate the smaller child.)

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Someone who mostly keeps to themselves; shy; very quiet; not outgoing or friendly

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Introvert (Ex: The little boy was very introverted at his new school because he didn’t know anyone.)

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Very friendly; interested in talking to and being with others; outgoing

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Extrovert (Ex: The principal of the school showed she was an extrovert by talking to everyone at open house.)

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This phrase comes from the French language and literally means a false step. The expression means to make a social mistake; to show poor manners; to be in an embarrassing situation

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Faux pas (Ex: The child made a faux pas when she asked her teacher how old she was.)

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Extremely intelligent and clever; adept at figuring out and inventing new things; resourceful

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Ingenious (Ex: The ingenious scientist invented a car that needs only water to run.)

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