Synonyms 2 Flashcards
Vigilant
(adj) watchful; wary; alert
Secret Service agents are vigilant in their duty to protect the president
Sensible
(adj) astute; insightful; wise
Anna is a sensible girl who always makes practical decisions
Absurd
(adj) foolish; ridiculous; ludicrous; preposterous
The story was so absurd that Shawn stopped reading after the first few pages
Cringe
(v) flinch; shrink; cower; recoil
I always cringe at the sight of needles
Inconspicuous
(adj) unremarkable; unassuming; indistinct
The undercover police officer was inconspicuous in his jeans and flannel shirt
Bountiful
(adj) abundant; plentiful; generous; fruitful
The settlers rejoiced in their bountiful harvest
Novice
(n) beginner; trainee; apprentice; amateur
Although Mandy was a novice at figure skating, she was learning quickly
Prior
(adj) previous; earlier; preceding
Having missed the prior math assignment, Jessica had trouble completing her homework
Invincible
(adj) indomitable; unconquerable; invulnerable
The king’s knights were invincible in battle
Emphasize
(v) stress; accentuate; feature
My teacher always emphasize important ideas