Rodger worked hard in the company for 10 years to try to become manager, and he held disdain for the boss’s son who was made manager after one week of working in the company.
Disdain- to look down upon someone or despise them
2. *Domicile
Vanessa told me the address of her new domicile after she had moved.
Domicile – home, residence
3. *Economical
Smaller cars tend to be more economical when it comes to their use of fuel.
Economical- not wasting money, thrifty
4. *Flaunt
After losing 200 pounds, the woman was so excited to flaunt her new figure at her high school reunion in front of all who had bullied her in school.
Flaunt- to show off
5. *Frail
The frail elderly woman broke a bone in her back when she tripped over a rock.
Frail- weak
Rosa was very frugal with her money, making sure to watch for sales, cut coupons, and return bottles for recycling.
Frugal- not wasteful, being very careful with money, thrifty
After being hospitalized for several weeks, Lou had a ghastly appearance.
Ghastly- horrible, frightful
8. *Grievous/Grievance
Finding out about the young child’s serious illness was grievous news.
The women filed a grievance against their employer for unfair treatment.
Grievance- a complaint against something viewed as wrong
9. *Hale
The 100-year-old woman is still hale despite her age since her last medical checkup showed no major health issues.
Hale- healthy
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10. *Haughty
The haughty man considers himself better than everyone else.
Haughty- arrogant