We shared some great words on @definitions this week. Our words of the week are:
- Replete
- Nuzzle
- Hasten
- Harbingers
Check out this video to practice listening and to hear how the words are pronounced with an American English accent.
Definitions and Example Sentences
Replete (Adjective) - Full of
- The article was replete with lies. The journalist did not fact check his story.
- Junk food is replete with added sugar and fat.
- BONUS - Although we depleted (used up) most of our supplies, the remaining food items are replete with nutrients.
Nuzzle (Verb) - To cuddle or snuggle
- The horse gently nuzzled his nose against his owner’s back.
- The young couple nuzzled together under a blanket to stay warm.
- BONUS - The young child nuzzled into his mother's arms.
Hasten (Verb) - To hurry, accelerate, or rush
- Many couples hastened their weddings after hearing rumors of war.
- No matter how often I hasten my children, we always seem to arrive late.
- BONUS - The accident occurred because the employer hastened his employees.
Harbingers (Noun) - Indicators; Bringers of warnings
- Since the beginning of time, harbingers have declared that the world is coming to an end.
- The king sent harbingers to the city demanding surrender, else he would attack.
- BONUS - The harbingers were not welcome to the party. The party-goers were not interested in the bad news.
Homework
Write the words of the week in one or more sentences. I will stop by to give you feedback on the sentences you write.
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