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Dive into the nuances of essential vocabulary words featuring definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and contextual sentences. This chapter explores sarcastic tones of voice, the physical reaction of wincing, the playful nature of being roguish, the menacing look of a scowl, and the predatory action of stalking. Enhance your language skills by understanding these terms and their applications in everyday conversation. Expand your vocabulary with this comprehensive guide to enrich your verbal expression.
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Chapter One Vocabulary By:Deja Perry
Sarcasm • Definition: mocking,contemptuous, or ironiclanguage intended to convey scornorinsult • Synonym: Bitterness • Antonym: nice • Sentence :Now and then there was some type of sarcasm in his voice.
Winced • Definition: todraw back or tensethe body, as from pain or from a blow; start;flinch. • Synonym: blench • Antonym: brave • Sentence : I winced in pain from the scrape on my knee.
Roguishly • Definition: playfully mischievous • Synonym: unfaithfully • Antonym: honestly • Sentence: He gave a roguish smile.
Scowled • Definition: to have a threatening look • Synonym: frown • Antonym: smile • Sentence: The teacher scowled at me as I whispered to my friend.
Stalked • Definition: topursueorapproachprey • Synonym: ambush • Antonym: let go • Sentence: The cheetah stalked its prey.