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–to seek, to ask for
Students should solicit teachers’ advice when they are unsure about a direction. |
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– doubtful
The student was dubious when her friend told her there was no math homework. |
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– able to co-exist, get along
Mrs. Kenney’s 2nd period communications class is a very compatible group. |
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– to talk down to
It is a very unpleasant experience when an adult condescends to a teenager. |
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– opinion opposed to the opinion of those in power
In Germany during WWII it was considered heresy to speak out against the Nazi party. |
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– acting superior to those others
Hilter was a very arrogant ruler in the Nazi party. |
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– abstract, not able to be touched
Quantum physics is a very intangible science. |
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– lying, false
Spreading fallacious rumors in a middle school is a very bad idea. |
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– pleasant sound
We enjoyed the euphony of the orchestral music on Saturday night. |
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– boring, bland, tasteless
The teen's insipid jokes made me want to leave as soon as possible. |
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