2nd Grade Vocabulary Words - List 27

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Word Definition Practice Sentence Synonyms Antonyms Part of Speech Description
tacky Something without style or sophistication. The decorations at the party were so tacky that I couldn't help but cringe. tasteless elegant Adjective
untidy Messy or disorganized. Her room was untidy, with clothes strewn all over the floor. cluttered tidy Adjective
snagged Something getting caught or torn on something sharp. I snagged my new jacket on a nail in the wall. caught freed Verb
wafted To move lightly through the air or water. The scent of freshly baked bread wafted through the air, making everyone's mouth water. drift gust Verb
bribe To give someone money or gifts in exchange for special treatment. He tried to bribe the judge to receive a lower sentence. payoff Verb
flee To escape or run away quickly from a dangerous or threatening situation. The dog tried to flee from the other dogs. escape Verb
issue A topic or matter that is of concern. The issue with the new software update is that it keeps crashing the system. problem Noun
spend To use resources to purchase goods or services. She will spend a lot of money on a new house. consume save Verb
munch To eat something with a loud and unrefined manner. I like to munch on popcorn while watching movies. devour Verb
hover To remain suspended in the air. The helicopter had to hover while another took off. levitate land Verb

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