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Word of the Day

Words 61-70. Word of the Day. Using and understanding powerful verbs and strong a djectives. noble-( adj ). high and great in character; trying to make the best decisions for everyone; acting with dignity Ex. The noble leader always tried to do what was best for his people.

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Word of the Day

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  1. Words 61-70 Word of the Day Using and understanding powerful verbs and strong adjectives

  2. noble-(adj) high and great in character; trying to make the best decisions for everyone; acting with dignity Ex. The noble leader always tried to do what was best for his people.

  3. perceptive-(adj) being aware through the use of the senses (hear, see, taste, smell, or feel); noticing details Ex. The perceptive girl noticed that her teammate was distracted and offered to help her.

  4. petrify-(verb) paralyze with fear, horror, or surprise; turn into stone Ex. The boy was petrified when he saw the snake dangling from a tree.

  5. purchase - (verb) to buy something Ex. The fickle woman could not decide whether to purchase the red shoes or the blue shoes.

  6. pompous-(adj) acting overly proudly; thinking that you’re “it” Ex. The pompous soccer player refused to pass the ball to his teammates on the field.

  7. translate-(verb) change from one language into another Ex. Ms. Stone asked Leo to help her translate the letter from Spanish to English.

  8. reckless-(adj) careless; acting without regard to personal safety of the safety of others Ex. The reckless child jumped from the top of the monkey bars and landed on Mr. Walker.

  9. reassure-(verb) To comfort someone or offer emotional support Ex. After losing the game, the coach reassured the team by telling them they would do better next time.

  10. require-(verb) to need something Ex. The chef gathered all the supplies required to make the meal.

  11. ruthless-(adj) having no pity; cruel Ex. The ruthless villain taunted the old lady when her cat was stuck in a tree.

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