ELA VOCAB Mar 9 Flashcards
What does the word ‘admonished’ mean?
Someone already gave a warning or reprimand; past tense of admonish.
Example: The coach admonished the team for their lack of effort during practice.
What part of speech is ‘admonished’?
Verb
What does the word ‘monotonously’ mean?
A way that is dull, boring, and unchanging.
Example: It’s like a song that repeats the same melody over and over.
What part of speech is ‘monotonously’?
Adverb
What does the word ‘engrossed’ mean?
Completely absorbed or preoccupied with something.
Example: The children were so engrossed in building a sandcastle that they didn’t notice the tide coming in.
What part of speech is ‘engrossed’?
Adjective
What does the word ‘ajar’ mean?
Slightly open.
Example: The window was left ajar all night, letting in a cool breeze.
What part of speech is ‘ajar’?
Adjective
What does the word ‘ventured’ mean?
To dare to say or do something that may be risky or unwelcome.
Example: The shy student ventured a question about the homework assignment.
What part of speech is ‘ventured’?
Verb
What does the word ‘hastened’ mean?
To move or act quickly.
Example: The runner hastened to the finish line, determined to win the race.
What part of speech is ‘hastened’?
Verb
