Week 1 Flashcards

1
Q

A fellow worker or member of a staff. My c_________ is named Emily.

A

Colleague

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2
Q

Juggle, play tricks. The c_______ immediately captured the audience attention.

A

Conjure

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3
Q

To force. I felt c_______ to speak up for my friend when she was being maligned.

A

Compelled

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4
Q

Extremely large. My second favourite word is c_______.

A

Colossal

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5
Q

Another word for mine. James went to the c__________ to earn money for his family.

A

Colliery

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6
Q

Flammable. This fabric is beautiful, but also highly c____________. It is unwise to go near a fire while wearing that fabric.

A

Combustible

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7
Q

Involving business. Mr Smith wanted to buy a piece of land which could also be used for c___________ uses.

A

Commercial.

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8
Q

The colour and appearance of someone’s face. Estelle had beautiful skin and a fair c_______________.

A

Complexion

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9
Q

Gratified or pleased with oneself. Jack did very well in his first math test and quickly c______________, deciding to not do his homework?

A

Complement

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10
Q

Having sufficient skill of knowledge. After 15 years at work, my mum is very c_______________ at doing fillings.

A

Competent

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11
Q

Arrogant or big headed. Grace won a prize at the music competition, then she became very c_____________.

A

Conceited

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12
Q

To focus on fully. I always c________________ while doing an exam.

A

Concentrate

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13
Q

To understand. Tom often kept his feelings to himself, making it hard for others to c___________ him.

A

Comprehend

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14
Q

To hide or keep secret. When I hear my cousin was coming to Sydney, I found it hard to c___________ my excitement and jumped for joy!

A

Conceal

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15
Q

To admit to doing something wrong. Although I was guilty, I didn’t c___________ to breaking the glass plate.

A

Confess

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