Word Meaning, Synonyms & Antonyms
| Word | Basic Meaning | Synonyms | Antonyms |
|---|---|---|---|
Each word is associated with the part of speech: Verb Adjective Adverb Noun | |||
| severe | Very serious or strong. | serious; extreme; powerful | mild; gentle |
| region | A large area of a country or place. | area; district; territory | — |
| powerful | Very strong. | strong; forceful; intense | weak; gentle |
| lightning | A bright flash of electricity in the sky during a storm. | electric flash; flash of light | — |
| experienced | Had something happen to you or in your area. | went through; faced; had | avoided |
| flooding | When too much water covers land or streets. | overflowing water; rising water | dry conditions |
| destruction | Serious damage to buildings or other things. | damage; ruin; loss | repair; protection |
| affected | Changed or harmed by something that happened. | impacted; harmed; influenced | unaffected |
| occurred | Happened or took place. | happened; took place | — |
| blocked | Stopped people or vehicles from passing. | closed; stopped; prevented | opened; cleared |
| restore | Bring something back to its normal condition. | repair; bring back; fix | damage; destroy |
| injuries | Physical harm to someone's body. | wounds; physical harm | — |
| stable | Not getting worse or changing suddenly. | steady; not changing | unstable; getting worse |
| rescue teams | Groups of people who help others in danger. | emergency workers; rescue workers | — |
| relief | A good feeling when a danger or worry is over. | comfort; peace of mind | worry; fear |
| residents | People who live in a particular area. | local people; people living there | visitors; tourists |
| evacuated | Moved people away from a dangerous place. | moved to safety; removed | returned; stayed |
| temporary | Lasting for only a short time. | short-term; not permanent | permanent; long-term |
| shelters | Safe places where people can stay during an emergency. | safe places; emergency housing | — |
| declared | Officially said or announced something. | announced; stated; confirmed | denied |
| belongings | Things that a person owns. | possessions; personal items; property | — |
| struggling | Having difficulty doing or dealing with something. | having trouble; finding it difficult | managing; succeeding |
| donate | Give money or things to help others. | give; contribute; provide | take; receive |
| volunteer | Offer to help without being paid. | offer help; give your time | — |
| warnings | Messages telling people about possible danger. | alerts; notices; danger messages | all-clear messages |
Vocabulary Practice
1. The hospital asked people to blood to help patients.
2. The storm was so that many schools had to close.
3. The police the road because a large tree had fallen.
4. After the fire, several families stayed in temporary .
5. The doctor said the patient's condition was and was not getting worse.
6. Many attended the meeting about their neighbourhood.
7. The city sent emergency before the storm arrived.
8. The strong winds caused serious to homes and buildings.
9. The family lost many of their personal during the flood.
10. Workers are trying to electricity after the storm.
11. The school was closed for a short time, so students attended classes at a location.
12. Emergency workers families from their homes before the river flooded.
13. The bright lit up the sky during the thunderstorm.
14. Many families are to pay their bills because prices have increased.
15. Several people offered to at the community food bank.
You have completed all 15 questions.