Margaret had AMBIVALENT feelings about attending the concert. She knew
she’d enjoy the music, but she didn’t really want to go out in the rainy
weather.
mixed
15
Unlike my parents, who love classical music, I DETEST it.
hate
15
Regular exercise is BENEFICIAL to your body, but too much exercise is not
good for you.
helpful
15
The abandoned house was infested with VERMIN, including rats, fleas, and
cockroaches.
pests
15
Mary sneered at the ugly sweater. “Wow,” she said. “That is just HIDEOUS.”
unattractive
15
Timothy cleaned his room so thoroughly that not a single PARTICLE of dust
remained. Nothing was out of place, nor was there even the smallest bit of
dirt or grime on any surface.
small piece
15
The PUDGY baby panda bear looked chubby and round.
plump
15
Many people say I am very different from my twin sister. She is RETICENT,
while I am very friendly and outgoing.
shy
15
The sanitation department collects REFUSE, such as old furniture, empty
boxes, and anything else that can’t be recycled.
garbage
15
Mr. Johnson owned a HABERDASHERY where he sold men’s suits, men's shirts, and
ties.
men's clothing store
15
Regina remembered when she had just two pairs of shoes. Now, her
closet holds a PLETHORA of shoes in almost every color and every style.
large amount
15
When I was caught in the rain, my clothes were SATURATED and completely
soaking wet.
thoroughly wet
15
Before the surgery, the nurse ensured that all of the instruments were
STERILIZED and completely cleaned.
decontaminated
15
When she was young, my grandmother was a MILLINER who made caps,
berets, and bonnets for wealthy women.
hat-maker
15
Roberta could not get over how ELEGANT the cruise ship was. The walls were
paneled in beautiful wood, there were fresh flowers on every table, and
the floors were made of gleaming stone.
stylish in appearance
15
I love all kinds of FELINES, including tigers, lions, and even my kitty, Fluffy.