VOCABULARY UNIT 2 , WEEK 3

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similar

Example: My sister and I look similar because we both are tall with brown hair and hazel eyes.

Definition: when things are like each other in many ways

Synonyms: alike, comparable, matching

challenges

Example: High temperatures and a lack of water are just a few challenges of living in a dessert.

Definition: difficult situations that require a great effort

Synonyms: hardship, ordeal, test

designed

Example: A sports car is designed to be fast.Definition: something that is planned or

created for a specific purposeSynonyms: created, planned, intended

achieved

Example: Luis studied hard and achieved his goal by receiving an A on his vocabulary test.

Definition: to reach a goalSynonyms: attain, accomplish

varied

Example: The grocery story has a varied selection of fruits and vegetables.

Definition: different kinds of things Synonyms: assortment, diverse, various,

mixed