Synonyms
Write a word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word in the brackets
provided. Use the words in Appendix 2.
1. The forest is replete with creatures that crawl about at all times of the day.
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2. The intruder managed to get into the building because the security guard was inattentive.
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3. Kathy is a quiet girl who does not talk much to her classmates.
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4. If you are in the area, you might want to drop by.
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5. The farmers sell their surplus food at the market.
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6. She is a frank person so she offends other easily.
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7. I find the twins’ disrespectful behaviour towards their parents disgraceful.
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8. Even the police were shocked by the bloody scene where one of the most horrifying murders had
been carried out.
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9. Once the supplies are exhausted, the soldiers will have to surrender.
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10.The actress is adaptable and can play many different roles convincingly.
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Answers:
1. filled
6.candid
2.negligent
7.deplorable
3.reticent4.vicinity
8.gruesome
9. depleted
5. excess
10.versatile
Adapted:
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