W5 D1 Flashcards
For each vocabulary word: write 1 synonym and 1 antonym.
automatic
working by itself with little or no direct human control.
“an automatic kettle that switches itself off when it boils”
awkward
causing or feeling embarrassment or inconvenience.
“he had put her in a very awkward situation”
discount
a deduction from the usual cost of something:
“many stores will offer a discount on bulk purchases”
avoid
keep away from or stop oneself from doing (something).
“avoid excessive exposure to the sun”
discourage
cause (someone) to lose confidence or enthusiasm.
“I don’t want to discourage you, but I don’t think it’s such a good idea”
exceptional
unusually good; outstanding.
“a pepper offering exceptional flavor and juiciness”
convince
cause (someone) to believe firmly in the truth of something.
“Saif’s facial expression had convinced Nirmeen of his innocence”
description
1, a spoken or written account of a person, object, or event.
“people who had seen him were able to give a description”
2.a sort, kind, or class of people or things.
“ships of every description”
Did You KNow?
A person’s sneeze can travel at speeds of about 100 miles per hour! Imagine if your sneeze fueled your movement!
Hmmmmm
“The more you give away the happier you become.”
We’ve been fooled into thinking that receiving makes us happy.
Try giving more and see how you feel.
