Vocabulary Week #7
Literal Following the usual meaning of words
Literal Definition: Following the usual meaning of words Sentence: She was not being literal when she told the dancer to “break a leg.” Synonyms: Precise Exact Antonyms: Figurative Idiom
Dialogue A conversation between two or more people
Dialogue Definition: A conversation between two or more people Sentence: My mom and my teacher had a dialogue about my test scores. Synonyms: Conversation Talk Antonyms: Silence Quiet
Rival Someone who is competing to earn or win something
Rival Definition: Someone who is competing to earn or win something Sentence: John is a great speller, so he was a tough rival in the spelling bee. Synonyms: Competitor Opponent Antonyms: Teammate Partner
Passion A strong liking for something
Passion Definition: A strong liking for something Sentence: Grandma has a passion for cooking and is happiest in her kitchen! Synonyms: Love Affection Antonyms: Dislike Hate
Claim To state as a fact
Claim Definition: To state as a fact Sentence: I can support my claim that this is the main idea by using supporting details. Synonyms: State Insist Antonyms: Question Doubt
Write “Week 7” on the top of both sheets! Please glue 1 list into your ELA journal The other list goes in your binder to study at home!