Question

Match each imprecise word in brackets with a more precise replacement.

Answer 1

1. Looking at out opponents really b. intimidated me .

This word relates more to a situation where you are not confident, you feel timid.

2. Some describe our science teacher as a. eccentric.

This is a word that is used to describe people that deviates from the recognized or customary character, it refers more to the personality.

3. I was c. desponded when I didn't make the team.

This word relates to a feeling of sadness due to a situation that is unlikely to improve, making you have low spirit.

4. Working with rescued animals makes me d. gratified.

This word relates to a feeling of satisfaction from a good action or behaviour.

Answer 2

Find below the replacement word for each sentence:

1. In sentence 1) we replace the adjective "scared" by the adjective "intimidated".

2. In sentence 2) we replace the word "strange" by the word "eccentric".

3. In sentence 3) we replace the word "sad" for the word "despondent".

4. In sentence 4) we replace the word "happy" with the word "gratified".