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Word Masters 3
Match the term to the definition
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| attire | v. To put garments on n. Clothing |
| slake | v. To satisfy; to quench |
| frank | adj. Spoken or written in a very direct and honest way |
| cyclone | n. A large, powerful, and destructive storm with high winds |
| dwindle | v. To gradually become smaller |
| tranquil | adj. Quiet and peaceful |
| constellation | n. 1. A group of stars that form a particular shape in the sky and has been given a name 2. A group of people or things that are similar in some way |
| evade | v. 1. To stay away from something or someone 2.To avoid doing something required |
| boisterous | adj. Very noisy and active in a lively way; rowdy |
| wastrel | n. A person who wastes time, money, or resources |
| persevere | v. To continue doing something or trying to do something even though it is difficult |
| chic | n. Smart elegance and sophistication especially of dress or manner adj. Fashionable style |
| torrent | n. 1. A large amount of water that moves very quickly in one direction 2. A large amount of something that is released suddenly |
| console | n. 1. A flat surface that contains the controls for a machine, for a piece of electrical equipment, etc. 2. A cabinet for a stereo or television that stands on the floor |
| novel | n. A long written story usually about imaginary characters and events adj. New and different form what has been known before |
| margin | n. 1. The part of a page or sheet outside the main body of print or writing 2.Border 3.A measurement of difference |
| boost | v. To push or shove up from below n. An increase in amount, help or encouragement; a push upward |
| emaciated | adj. Physically wasted away |
| archipelago | n. A group of islands |
| restrain | v. To prevent from doing something |