DAY 14: Emotions (animals)

cynical (adj.)

Believing that people do things only for themselves rather than for good or honest reasons. Ex: He is very __ about people’s motives, always thinking they want something in return.

Crustacean (n.)

types of water animal that have a hard outer shell  Ex: Crabs, lobsters, and shrimps are crustaceans.

empathetic concern (n.)

A feeling of worry or care for others based on the ability to understand their feelings. Ex: She showed __ by staying with her friend who was crying.

sentient (adj.)

Able to experience feelings or sensations. Ex: Humans believe that animals are __ beings that can feel pain and joy.

stir up (phr. v.)

To cause a strong emotion to be felt. Ex: The beautiful song really stirred up my emotions, making me feel very happy.

vertebrate (adj./n.)

(animals) having a spine/back bone Ex: Birds, fish, and reptiles are all __s.