Baylor College Medical School
1190 1. Concept Development" Synonyms or Antonyms?
Review the vocabulary words and definitions, and notice the way the words are used in the context of each selection. Then, identify each of the following pairs of words as either synonyms (words with similar meanings) of antonyms (words with opposite meanings).
Vocabulary Development
bountiful (adj.) generous; abundant
Labyrinths (n.) structures with an intricate network of winding passages.
Haggard (adj) Wasted; worn; gaybt
resistant (adj.) Strong; firm
destitute (adj.) completely poor
replete (adj.) well-filled; stocked
dexterity (n) skillfulness in the use of one's hands
brusquely (adv) in an abrupt manner
1. labyrinths, mazes
2. brusquely, abruptly
3. dexterity, clumsiness
4. replete, lacking
5. resistant, frail
6. haggard, exhausted
7. bountiful, scarce
8. destitute, prosperous