English 9th Grade Homework
1.) Construct 5-column chart with the word, definition,
synonym, antonym, and the word used in a sentence.
Word
Definition
Synonym
Antonym
Sentence
2.) Write words 5 times each
1. Instigate –to bring about by moving others to action; stir
up
2. Rudimentary – fundamental; necessary to learn first
3. Resilient – able to recover quickly from harm, illness, or
misfortune
4. Collaborate – to work together on a project; cooperate in
an effort
5. Zealot – a person totally devoted to a purpose or cause
6. Despondent –downhearted; hopeless; overwhelmed
with sadness
7. Squelch – to silence or suppress
8. Venerate – to respect deeply; revere
9. Retrospective – reviewing the past; considering past
events
10. Scoff – to make fun of; mock; refuse to take seriously