W.O.W. 17 Flashcards
What is equitable
Part of speech: ADJ.
Definition: fair; even-handed; impartial
Example: public schools are designed to provide an equitable education for all students.
What is mitigate
Part of speech: Verb
Definition: to make milder; to lessen
Example: I tried to mitigate her anger of not passing her drivers test
What is Squeamish
Part of speech: ADJ.
Definition: easily made to feel sick, faint, or disgusted; inclined to nausea
Example: my mom is too squamish too watch medical shows
What is Novice
Part of speech: Noun
Definition: one who is a beginner at a skill that requires experience
Example: I am a novice football player, but I could get better.
What is Slovenly
Part of speech: ADJ.
Definition: (especially of a person) mess, untig
Example: the slovenly appearance of the students locker will make someone faint.