1.Antiquated Definition? Synonym: Antique, Archaic Antonym: Modern Sentence: Coach Nixon’s antiquated hat was something Davy Crocket would wear. Activity: Write an original metaphor using the word; then, draw a picture illustrating its meaning.
2. Arable Definition? Synonym: tillable; fruitful Antonym: barren; infertile Sentence: The farmer used his tractor on the arable land because it had just rained. Activity: Write an original simile using the word; then, draw a picture illustrating its meaning.
3. Ascendancy Definition? Synonym: Domination Antonym: Decline Sentence: Her ascendancy to power was marked by her growing income. Activity: Write another antonym for this word and use this word to describe a character from Lord of the Flies. Draw a picture illustrating the word’s meaning.
4. Atrophy Definition? Antonym: to thrive or to grow Sentence: He had developed muscular atrophy which meant his muscles began to wither away. Activity: Write an original metaphor using the word; then, draw a picture illustrating its meaning.
5. Clandestine Definition? Synonym: covert, furtive, stealthy Antonym: Open or Obvious Sentence: It was clear by his clandestine appearance that he was undercover. Activity: Write an original metaphor using the word; then, draw a picture illustrating its meaning.
6. Conciliate Definition? Synonym: appease or placate Antonym: to estrange Sentence: My boyfriend tried to conciliate me with roses. Activity: Write your own sentence, using “conciliate” in a metaphor. Draw a picture illustrating the meaning of the word.
7. Cursory Definition? Antonym: meticulous; fastidious Sentence: His cursory note-taking method showed on his test grade. Activity: Write an original metaphor using the word; then, draw a picture illustrating its meaning.
8. Derision Definition? Antonym: Applause or praise Sentence: His derision toward the teacher was uncalled for. Activity: Write an original simile using the word; then, draw a picture illustrating its meaning.
9. Enmity Definition? Synonym: antipathy, animosity Antonym: love, admiration Sentence: My enmity toward peas was very apparent by the look on my face. Activity: Use the word in a simile.
10. Extricate Definition? Sentence: She extricated herself from the situation because she knew these kids had infamous reputations. Activity: Write a sentence that includes imagery and uses this word. Draw a picture to illustrate its meaning.
11. Forbearance 15. Industrious Definition? Antonym: impatience Sentence: The teacher had too much forbearance for her unruly children. Activity: Write a sentence that includes imagery and uses this word. Draw a picture to illustrate its meaning. 15. Industrious
12.Frivolous Definition? Antonym:serious, sober Sentence: Kim Kardashian’s frivolous marriage annoyed me because I don’t think either of them was ever serious about their relationship. Activity: Write your own sentence, using “frivolous” in a metaphor. Draw a picture illustrating the meaning of the word.
13. Garrulous Definition? Synonym: voluble Sentence: The garrulous politician would not stop talking. Activity: Write your own sentence, using “garrulous” in a simile. Draw a picture illustrating the meaning of the word
14. Impetuous Definition? Sentence: The impetuous crowd was unruly and frightening. Activity: Write a sentence that includes imagery and uses this word. Draw a picture to illustrate its meaning.
15. Industrious Definition? Synonym: diligent Antonym: slothful Sentence: The industrious workers built a house in two days. Activity: Write your own sentence, using “industrious” in a simile. Draw a picture illustrating the meaning of the word.
16. Definition? Synonyms: disreputable Sentence: Puck from “Glee” was known for his infamous reputation. Activity: Write your own sentence, using “infamous” in a simile. Draw a picture illustrating the meaning of the word.
17.Insolence Definition? Synonyms: Arrogance or haughtiness Sentence: The two men’s insolence toward each other was disrespectful and shocking. Activity: Write a sentence that includes imagery and uses this word. Draw a picture to illustrate its meaning.
18. Definition? Antonym: Seriousness Sentence: The two women’s levity toward money when they went shopping was ridiculous. Activity: Write a sentence that includes imagery and uses this word. Draw a picture to illustrate its meaning
19. Oblivion Definition: state of being forgotten Antonym: remembrance Sentence: The children were living in oblivion as the rest of the world lived their lives in levity. Activity: Write your own sentence, using “oblivion” in a metaphor. Draw a picture illustrating the meaning of the word.
20. Paradoxical Definition: Describes a statement or situation that appears false, but is actually correct Activity: You write a synonym, antonym, part of speech, and your own sentence containing a simile. Then draw a picture to illustrate its meaning..
21. Perjury Definition? Antonmym: Truthful Testimony Sentence: He was charged for perjury for lying under oath to the grand jury. Activity: Write a synonym, antonym, part of speech, and your own sentence containing a metaphor. Then draw a picture to illustrate its meaning..
22. Rancor Definition? Synonym: animosity, hostility Antonym: affection and kindness Sentence: Her rancor toward her sister increased when her sister stole her boyfriend. Activity: Write the part of speech and your own sentence containing a metaphor. Then draw a picture to illustrate its meaning...
23. Sycophant Definition Definition? Antonym: affection and kindness Sentence: Ms. Beal ignored the sycophants in her classroom who praised her cute shoes right before they asked for an extension on their essay. Activity: Write the part of speech and your own sentence containing a metaphor. Then draw a picture to illustrate its meaning.. Definition
24. Vacillating Definition? Synonym: shifting, altering Antonym: static, stable; not easily changed Sentence: The weather’s vacillating nature makes it hard for me to get dressed in the morning. Activity: Write the part of speech and your own sentence containing a simile. Then draw a picture to illustrate its meaning...
25. Vivid Definition? Synonym: graphic Antonym: Lackluster Activity: Write the part of speech and your own sentence containing a metaphor. Then draw a picture to illustrate its meaning.