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apprentice
An ..... is someone who is learning a job or skill by working with a person who is very good at it. Think of it like being a helper or a student who learns by watching and helping a teacher. For example, if you want to become a great chef, you might become an ..... to a master chef. You'll learn to cook by watching them, helping them, and practicing what they teach you.
rout
Defeat in a Battle or Competition: When one side is overwhelmingly defeated by another, it's called a ..... For example, if one team wins by a large margin in a game, you might say they .....ed their opponents. Example: "The football match ended in a ....., with the home team winning 7-0."
necromancy
.... is a term used to describe a magical practice where someone tries to communicate with the dead to predict the future or gain hidden knowledge. It’s often associated with dark magic and spooky stories. Imagine ...... like a wizard trying to talk to ghosts or spirits to learn secret information or see what's going to happen in the future. In many stories and movies, ...... is portrayed as something mysterious and sometimes scary, involving old spells, ancient books, and magical rituals.
witless
foolish; stupid.
dismal
very gloomy, depressing, or dreary. It describes something that makes you feel sad or hopeless.
trifling
unimportant or trivial. something very small or unimportant. It describes things that don't really matter much.
defray
to pay for something, especially costs or expenses. It’s a word often used when talking about covering the costs of an activity or event. Imagine you and your friends want to have a party, but it costs money. If someone gives you money to help pay for the party, they are helping to .... the cost.
repose
to rest or relax. It describes a state of being calm, quiet, and at peace.
requisite
something that is necessary or required for a particular purpose. Think about when you need certain things to do a project at school, like glue, scissors, and paper. These items are ..... because you need them to complete the project.
paraphernalia
the collection of items or equipment needed for a specific activity. Imagine you have a special box with all the things you need for a hobby, like drawing. You might have crayons, markers, paper, and stickers in the box. All these things together are your ...... for drawing.
precise
being exact, accurate, and very clear. It describes something that is done with great care and attention to detail. Imagine you are drawing a picture, and you take your time to make sure every line is just right and every color is exactly where you want it. That means you are being ..... with your drawing.
amble
to walk in a slow, relaxed, and leisurely way. It's like taking a stroll without being in any hurry. Imagine you are walking through a park, looking at the flowers and trees, and just enjoying the moment without rushing. That’s what it means to .....
wane
to decrease or become smaller or weaker over time. It's often used to describe the way the moon appears to get smaller after a full moon, but it can also describe anything that is gradually fading away or losing strength. Think about the moon. After it's big and bright (a full moon), it starts to look smaller each night until it becomes a new moon. That's the moon ......ing. Or imagine a toy that runs out of batteries and slowly starts to move less and less. The toy is ...ing.
ravine
a deep, narrow valley with steep sides. It’s usually formed by water cutting through the earth over a long period of time. …….s are often found in mountainous or hilly areas.
venerable
deserving of great respect because of age, wisdom, or character. It's a word often used to describe someone who has earned admiration over a long period of time. Think about a grandparent or an elderly person who has lots of life experience and wisdom. Because they've lived for a long time and know a lot, they are ......
remnant
a small part or piece that is left over from something that was once larger or whole. It can refer to a leftover piece of fabric, a remaining part of an ancient structure, or anything that remains after the rest has been used or gone. Imagine you have a big chocolate bar, and you eat almost all of it except for one small piece. That small piece is the ..... of the chocolate bar.
ponder
to think about something very carefully and deeply. It involves taking time to consider all aspects of a situation or idea before making a decision or forming an opinion. Imagine you have a big question or problem, like what to do for a school project. If you sit quietly and think about all the different ways you could do it, you're .....ing.
cleave
cut or split something apart with force
Sample: The baby kangaroo would ….. to its mother's side for safety and warmth.
vex
to annoy, frustrate, or worry someone. It's a word used when something bothers you or makes you feel irritated. Imagine a buzzing mosquito that keeps flying around you and won't go away. It makes you feel annoyed and irritated. That mosquito is .....ing you.
dwelling
a house, flat or other place of residence
