okay i used to use dictionary.com to get definition but every definition i use its wrong when ever we go over it in class. i need a definition, part of speech and a sentence for these words ...vainly..quiver..decorous...interpose...strident..clamor..pallor..officious...tumult..nimble..festoon..tendril..inscrutable..barb..bewilder..opalescence..croon..opaque..mimicry...and bristle ...even if u answer and give me one answer for one of the words thats fine
2006-09-13 08:14:11 · 7 answers · asked by coming4yu17 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
vainly - adverb, describes a verb. Root word is vain meaning obsessed with beauty or superficiality
She acted vainly by looking in the mirror every time she got a chance.
quiver - can ve a verb or a noun. Quiver -( v. ) to shake uncontrollably; a twitch. Quiver (n.) - a long container used by hunters to hold arrows
She quivered with delight as he touched her face. (this one is kind of explicit so i wouldnt use it in class)
The horse's legs quivered with nervousness before the race.
decorous - adjective - means characterized by dignity in conduct or appearance.
The princess was decorous at her coming-out party.
bristle - noun- bristle (n) is a coarse hair like on a hog or similar to hair like a hog's hair
She brushed her hair with a stiff bristle brush.
good luck!
2006-09-13 08:30:10 · answer #1 · answered by sour_apple 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
vainly (adv.) without success e.g. He shouted after them, vainly trying to attract their attention.
quiver (v.) to shake slightly because you are angry, upset, or anxious e.g The girl quivered with fear.
(n.) 1. a slight shaking movement
2. a long case used for carrying ARROWs
decorous (adj.) polite and appropriate in a particular social situation; not shaking e.g. a decorous kiss
bristle (n.) a short stiff hair e.g. the bristle on his chin
(v.) to suddenly become very annoyed or offended at what somebody says or does e.g. his lies made her bristle with rage
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2006-09-13 15:40:19 · answer #2 · answered by Wanlaya 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
vainly, adverb-To no avail; without success: Our labor was in vain.
The city fathers tried vainly to find a solution.
decorous–adjective characterized by dignified propriety in conduct, manners, appearance, character, etc.
Characterized by or exhibiting decorum; proper: decorous behavior.
2006-09-13 15:25:39 · answer #3 · answered by mysticideas 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-09-13 15:16:22 · answer #4 · answered by siva1013 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2006-09-13 15:26:16 · answer #5 · answered by AnswerNinja 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-09-13 15:18:31 · answer #6 · answered by venus11224 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Quiver in Fear!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
or it can hold arrows..... duh....
2006-09-13 15:24:13 · answer #7 · answered by Eric H 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋