List 2: The Crucible

Question 1

Wily

Answer 1

(adj. ) Being skilled or crafty, usually meant in a deceitful or cunning way.
synonyms: shrewd, clever, sharp, sharp-witted, canny, smart

“He was a very wily player, always outsmarting his opponents which left them bothered.”

Question 2

Base

Answer 2

(adj.) lacking or indicating the lack of higher qualities of mind or spirit
Synonym - dishonorable

The man was being base; he kept on thinking that the waiter at the restaurant had to meet all of his standards

Question 3

Faltered

Answer 3

(verb) unsteady in speech or action
Synonym: stumble

“The man’s confidence faltered when he saw the crowd of people watching him.”

Question 4

Auger

Answer 4

(noun) A tool somewhat like a drill with a helical shaft.
Synonym: drill bit

“The construction worker took an auger out of his truck to drill a hole in the ground quicker instead of taking the time to use a shovel.”

Question 5

Purge

Answer 5

(Verb) To cleanse or free of impurities
Synonym: Purify, remove

“Some religions believe that purging the soul frees one of sin and corruptible thoughts.”

Question 6

Beguile

Answer 6

(verb) To charm for deceptive purposes.
Synonym - Allure, delight

“The woman beguiled the man into giving her money with a sad story; little did he know it was all a lie.”

Question 7

Abstruse

Answer 7

(adj) Difficult to comprehend
Synonym - Obscure, confusing

“The math test was abstruse and many students failed it due to the confusing questions and the difficult content..”

Question 8

Aesthetic

Answer 8

(adj.) Of or relating to art or beauty
Synonym: artistic movement, beautiful

“They enjoyed the aesthetic view of the snowy mountains from their cabin.”

Question 9

Tainted

Answer 9

(verb) to corrupt morally; or contaminate
Synonym: Pollute

“The water in the water fountain at the school is tainted.”

Question 10

Alleviate

Answer 10

(verb) to make easier to endure
Synonyms; lessen, mitigate, ease, lighten

“A cold compress can alleviate your pain and cause relief.”