My objective was to get to work on time, so I would not get fired. What does "objective" mean?

The restaurant was formal, so I bought a new suit. What does "formal" mean?

The decision that Ali made to study instead of going for pizza was prudent. She got an A and her friends got D's. What does "prudent" mean?

Using sign language chimpanzees can convey such ideas as "I love you." What does "convey" mean?

The boy lingered outside after the concert, waiting for the band. What does "lingered" mean?

The snow was a marvel to look at as it glistened in the bright sun. What does "marvel" mean?

Toddlers are inquisitive. They are eager to explore everything. What does "inquisitive" mean?

Although Alex usually looks unkempt, he had a very neat appearance at his job interview. What does "unkempt" mean?

The kids collaborated on the project, sharing different talents. What does "collaborate" mean?

When my grandfather meets someone with lots of knowledge in on a certain topic, he finds that their erudition makes him withdraw. What does "erudition" mean?

The student strives to get an A on the test. What does "strives" mean?

Our baseball team's pitcher has a few eccentric habits such as throwing exactly 13 warmups and never wearing socks! What does "eccentric" mean?