CON with, together

Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite

Sentence Example

ConferConflict

CongregateConsequence

ROOT OF THE WEEK

Because students tend to congregate in the hallways instead of going to class, Mr. Alden began to write up any one he saw after classes began.

1. Conflict (noun) a disagreement or fight

(verb) to clash, go against one another

Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite

Sentence Example

ClashBattle

Peace (n)

Story conflictInternal conflictExternal conflict

HOUDINI

As our Team Leader, it is Mr. Alden’s job to help resolve any conflicts between students and make sure people get along.

2. Consequence (noun) the result or outcome of something happening earlier Synonym - Same Antonym -

OppositeSentence Example

EffectResult

Cause

Positive Consequence

Negative Consequence

HOUDINI

Mr. Alden explained with great clarity to the sixth graders that the consequence for picking up snow outside would be very severe.

3. Amiable (adjective) Delightful and outgoing.

Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite

Sentence Example

AffableJolly

The amiable student brightened his classmates’ day

with his friendly demeanor and

funny jokes.

Amiable friendGruff

Disagreeable

4. Authorize (verb) to permit, allow or empower

Synonym - Same Sentence Example

EmpowerEnable

In the United States, only

Congress is authorized

by the Constitution to

make laws.

Authorized personnel only

DenyReject

Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite

Sentence Example

LoudUproarious

Serene Timid

A boisterous crowd of jubilant fans cheered the Phillies when they

won the World Series.

Boisterous crowd

Boisterous friend

5. Boisterous (adjective) Loud and rough in a joyful way

CRED believe

Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite

Sentence Example

CredibilityCreditIncredibleIncredulous

ROOT OF THE WEEK

Some teachers find it incredible that students expect to receive an A or B for an assignment when it is clear that they did not put forth their best effort.

6. Credibility (noun) the quality of being believable, trustworthy Synonym - Same Antonym -

OppositeSentence Example

IntegrityReliability

Improbability

Lack of credibility

HOUDINI

In order for students at CPCS to maintain their credibility with their teachers, they should consistently complete their work and never be dishonest.

7. Incredulous (adjective) indicating or showing disbelief Synonym - Same Antonym -

OppositeSentence Example

DoubtfulSkeptical

BelievingSure

Incredulous expression

HOUDINI

Mr. Kelly was incredulous when students who had missing assignments asked him if they could get extra credit.

8. Leeway (noun) extra time, space, materials to do something; room for error; creative freedom

Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite

Sentence Example

LatitudeWiggle room

The students were happy that Mr. Tamagni gave them a lot of leeway in choosing their groups and project topics for the science fair.

Creative leeway

9. Limber (adjective) flexible, easily bending

(verb) to stretch, cause to become flexible

Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite

Sentence Example

Nimble (adj)Spry (adj)Stretch (verb)

Stiff (adj)Rigid (adj)

In order to avoid serious injury, athletes are supposed to limber up before and after every practice, competition and game.

Limber bodyLimber materials

10. Oracle (noun) Someone or something who can see into the future

Synonym - Same Antonym - Opposite

Sentence Example

SeerPsychic

Though many people claim to be oracles, no one has scientifically proven that they can accurately predict what will happen in the future.

Oracle of Delphi (ancient Greek

myths)