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This resource presents key vocabulary words from Chapter 1, expanding your understanding of terms such as "asset," "sagely," "rogue," "nonchalantly," and "winced." Each term includes its definition, synonyms, and antonyms to enhance comprehension. The words explored highlight their usage in context, such as how editorial perspectives may frame social groups, or illustrate behavior in casual and critical situations. Strengthen your language skills by mastering these essential vocabulary words.
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My Chapter 1 Vocab Words By Zakaria Watkins
Asset • an advantage or source of strength • Newspaper editorials sometimes portrayed the Socs as an asset to society and at other times as a disgrace. • Synonym: power, endowment, blessing • Antonym: drawback
Sagely • wisely; knowingly • Steve commented sagely when you asked him about cars; they were his specialty. • Synonym : wisely, clever, • Antonym: Foolishly
Roguishly • in a mischievous way • Synonym: wickedly, dishonestly • Antonym: honestly
Nonchalantly • in a casual and unenthusiastic manner • Antonym : Worriedly • Synonym : unflappably, coolly, indifferently
Winced • to flinch or draw back, usually from pain, embarrassment or shock; to flinch • Synonym: gasped, blenched • Antonym: Smiled