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    Determining the meaning of unknown words using context clues
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  • The athlete's **zealous** training regimen showed his passion for the sport. (Infer: What does "zealous" mean?)
    energetic or enthusiastic
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  • **Fervent** supporters rallied around the candidate, showing their dedication. (Give a synonym for fervent")"
    passionate or intense
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  • Her room was a **disarray**, with clothes strewn everywhere. (Definition: What does disarray" mean?)"
    a state of disorganization or untidiness
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  • The novel's **climax** had me on the edge of my seat. (Infer: What is the "climax" of a novel?)
    most intense or exciting part
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  • The artist's **vivid** use of color made the painting stand out. (Example: How can "vivid" be used in art?)
    intensely deep or bright
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  • The **sturdy** table didn’t wobble, even when bumped. (Antonym for sturdy")"
    fragile, weak, wobbly, unsteady
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  • A **ravenous** appetite made him devour his meal quickly. (Synonym for "ravenous")
    very hungry, starving
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  • The **melancholy** music matched the somber mood of the film. (Definition: What does "melancholy" mean?)
    sad, sorrowful
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  • A **boisterous** crowd cheered loudly at the game. (Example: How is "boisterous" used in the context of a crowd?)
    noisy, cheerful, rowdy, energetic
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  • She felt a sense of **elation** after receiving the good news. (Infer: What is "elation"?)
    great happiness, joy
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  • The **arduous** hike up the mountain tested their endurance. (Synonym for "arduous")
    difficult, hard, challenging
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  • His **sullen** demeanor suggested he was in a bad mood. (Definition: What does "sullen" mean?)
    gloomy, depressed, sulky
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  • The **remarkable** achievement was celebrated by everyone. (Example: How is "remarkable" used in this context?)
    amazing, extraordinary
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  • The **timid** student hesitated to speak in class. (Antonym for "timid")
    outgoing, bold
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  • His **meticulous** attention to detail made his work stand out. (Infer: What does "meticulous" mean?)
    careful, precise
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  • The **gargantuan** cake was enough to feed the entire party. (Synonym for "gargantuan")
    enormous extremely large, massive
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