Here are the first listed meanings for each word, as you would find them in a standard dictionary:
1)
commotion: A state of confused and noisy disturbance or excitement.
*(Example: There was a commotion when the fire alarm went off.)*
2)
gusto: Great energy, enthusiasm, or enjoyment in doing something.
*(Example: She ate her pizza with gusto.)*
3)
kindle: To start a fire; to light or cause to burn.
*(Example: We used dry leaves to kindle the campfire.)*
4)
obscure: Not clearly seen or understood; hidden or unknown.
*(Example: The path was obscure because of the thick fog.)*
5)
quell: To put an end to something, especially by force; to calm or suppress.
*(Example: The teacher tried to quell the argument between the students.)*
6)
vigilant: Keeping careful watch for possible danger or problems; alert.
*(Example: The guard stayed vigilant all night long.)*
7)
surpass: To be greater than or better than someone or something; to exceed.
*(Example: Her test score surpassed everyone else’s in the class.)*
Final Answer:
1) commotion – a noisy, confused disturbance
2) gusto – great enthusiasm or energy
3) kindle – to start a fire
4) obscure – not clear or hard to see/understand
5) quell – to stop or calm down (often by force)
6) vigilant – watching carefully for danger
7) surpass – to go beyond or be better than
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of dictionary skills worksheet 2nd grade.
