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SAT List #6 5 on front, 5 on back.
cryptic curmudgeon dawdle debased declivity constrict contrite convoke corpulence crass
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Guess the: P.O.S. & definition
Context Clues: Guess the: P.O.S. & definition Most men don’t like wearing a tie because they think it may constrict their neck. (v) squeeze; pinch; obstruct; block The little girl seemed genuinely contrite for breaking the expensive vase. 2. (adj) penitent; apologetic; remorseful The senators decided to convoke in the room down the hall to discuss the matter. 3. (v) convene; assemble
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"C"-Ya on Monday! The world’s largest man hated being known for his corpulence. 4. (n) stoutness; obesity 5. The boorish man’s crass remark was typical of his personality. 5. (adj) vulgar; grossly ignorant; indelicate 6. The cryptic riddle kept her guessing for hours about its true meaning. 6. (adj) enigmatic; obscure; secret; puzzling
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Let's "C" How Smart You Are! Everyone knew not to bother the curmudgeon because you’d likely be yelled at. 7. (n) cantankerous person “Don’t dawdle, you’ll make us late!” my sister yelled . 8. (v) procrastinate; loiter; idle; dally The sheriff’s reputation was debased after the community found out he had been stealing. 9. (adj) lowered in status or character; degenerate
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Last one! 10. The declivity of the hill made it a perfect place to skateboard down. 10. (n) downward slope
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