Synonyms 10 Flashcards
Captivating
Synonyms: enthralling, fascinating, intriguing
Definition: Something that grabs your attention and won’t let go, like a shiny toy.
Example: The movie was captivating, like a magic show where the rabbit never comes back!
Hopeful
Synonyms: optimistic, positive
Definition: Feeling like good things are on the way, like waiting for a pizza delivery.
Example: He remained hopeful that they would visit, like a puppy waiting by the door for its owner.
Miserable
Synonyms: unhappy, forlorn
Definition: Feeling like a rain cloud is hanging over you.
Example: She was miserable at the orphanage, like a lost sock in the laundry.
Presently
Synonyms: shortly, before long, soon
Definition: Like when you know dessert is coming right after dinner!
Example: Presently he arrived, just in time to eat the last slice of cake.
Destined
Synonyms: meant, intended
Definition: Like you were born to do something special, like being a superhero.
Example: He was destined to be king, like a cat destined to rule the house!
Understudy
Synonyms: standby, substitute
Definition: The backup actor who’s ready to jump in, like a spare tire.
Example: The understudy was ready to take over, just in case the star tripped over their own feet.
Confined
Synonyms: limited, restricted
Definition: Being stuck in a small space, like a toy in a box.
Example: The dog was confined to the kitchen, dreaming of the big world beyond the door.
Scrap
Synonyms: fight, tussle, spar, grapple
Definition: A little brawl, like when siblings argue over the last cookie.
Example: The boys scrapped in the playground, over who could swing the highest.
Overstate
Synonyms: exaggerate, embellish
Definition: Making things sound bigger or better than they really are, like a fish story.
Example: He overstated how much weight he had lost, claiming to be as light as a feather!
Differentiate
Synonyms: tell apart, separate
Definition: Figuring out what’s what, like sorting out your toys.
Example: The twins were hard to differentiate, especially when they both wore the same funny hat.
Fainthearted
Synonyms: cowardly, fearful
Definition: Someone who’s a bit scaredy-cat, like a mouse in a room full of cats.
Example: The quest was not for the fainthearted, especially with that giant spider lurking around!
Intricate
Synonyms: complicated, elaborate, complex
Definition: Something very detailed, like a puzzle with a million pieces.
Example: It was an intricate design, like a spaghetti plate that looks too pretty to eat!
Scrounge
Synonyms: forage, scavenge
Definition: Looking around for something to eat, like a raccoon in a trash can.
Example: The foxes scrounged for food in the bins, hoping for a leftover pizza slice.
Methodical
Synonyms: systematic, organized, orderly
Definition: Doing things in a neat and tidy way, like a squirrel storing nuts.
Example: A methodical approach was used for the task, making sure not to lose any pieces.
Lax
Synonyms: slack, sloppy
Definition: Not paying enough attention, like a kid who forgot to tie their shoes.
Example: Attention to safety was lax so accidents happened, like when the dog jumped into the pool!
Foolish
Synonyms: reckless, rash, impetuous, unwise
Definition: Making silly choices, like jumping on a trampoline with no shoes.
Example: The foolish man built his house on the sand, thinking it was a great beach vacation idea.
Scold
Synonyms: berate, chastise, reprimand
Definition: Telling someone off, like a parent giving a lecture about homework.
Example: The mother scolded the naughty child, who was trying to sneak cookies before dinner.
Mammoth
Synonyms: gigantic, huge, vast
Definition: Something super-duper big, like a giant ice cream sundae.
Example: The ship was gigantic, big enough to fit a whole school of fish!
Discourtesy
Synonyms: rudeness, insolence
Definition: Being super rude, like cutting in line for ice cream.
Example: Their discourtesy shocked the other guests, who were just trying to enjoy their snacks.
Prejudice
Synonyms: bias, favouritism
Definition: Treating someone unfairly for no good reason, like picking favorites in class.
Example: Referees must act without prejudice, or else the game would be really unfair!
Benign
Synonyms: benevolent, kindly, gentle
Definition: Being nice and friendly, like a grandparent giving candy.
Example: He had a benign smile, like a warm cookie fresh out of the oven!
Quiver
Synonyms: tremble, shudder
Definition: Shaking a little, like a leaf in the wind.
Example: He quivered with fear, like a cat facing a vacuum cleaner!
Pivotal
Synonyms: central, key, critical
Definition: Something really important, like the last piece of a jigsaw puzzle.
Example: She had a pivotal role in the school PTA, like the glue that held the project together.
Versatile
Synonyms: adaptable, resourceful
Definition: Able to do many things well, like a Swiss Army knife.
Example: He was a versatile and popular actor, playing everything from a villain to a hero!
Deviate
Synonyms: stray, diverge
Definition: Going off the path, like a dog chasing a squirrel.
Example: Don’t deviate from the path or you will get lost, just like when you wander off in a candy store!
