1. Thwart verb [thwawrt]
to prevent (someone) from doing something or to stop (something) from happening
to run counter to so as to effectively oppose or baffle
2. Disband verb [dis-band]
to end an organization or group (such as a club)
3. Dislodge verb [dis-loj]
to forcefully remove (something or someone) from a place or position
4. Disperse verb [dih-spurs]
to go or move in different directions : to spread apart
5. Eradicate verb [ih-rad-i-keyt]
to remove (something) completely : to eliminate or destroy (something harmful)
6. Rout noun [rout]
a game or contest in which the winner easily defeats the loser by a large amount
7. Wreak verb [reek]
to cause (something very harmful or damaging)
8. Contaminate verb [kuhn-tam-uh-neyt]
to make (something) dangerous, dirty, or impure by adding something harmful or undesirable to it
9. Exacerbate verb [ig-zas-er-beyt]
to make (a bad situation, a problem, etc.) worse
10. Aggravate verb [ag-ruh-veyt]
to make (an injury, problem, etc.) more serious or severe; intensify unpleasantly <problems have been aggravated by neglect>
Give the word being asked for each number.
◼ Thwart
◼ Disband
◼ Dislodge
◼ Disperse
◼ Eradicate
◼ Rout
◼ Wreak
◼ Contaminate
◼ Exacerbate
◼ Aggravate
______________1. to end an organization or group (such as a club)
______________2. to remove (something) completely : to eliminate or destroy (something harmful)
______________3. to cause (something very harmful or damaging)
______________4. to make (a bad situation, a problem, etc.) worse
______________5. to prevent (someone) from doing something or to stop (something) from happening; to run counter to so as to effectively oppose or baffle
______________6. to go or move in different directions : to spread apart
______________7. to make (an injury, problem, etc.) more serious or severe; intensify unpleasantly
______________8. to forcefully remove (something or someone) from a place or position
______________9. a game or contest in which the winner easily defeats the loser by a large amount
______________10. to make (something) dangerous, dirty, or impure by adding something harmful or undesirable to it
Choose the correct words to complete the sentences below.
1) I decided to pursue the training despite the accident I had earlier; I just bombarded my ankle with pain killers and wrapped it good and tight with a bandage. I’m in so much pain especially now that I ____________ my twisted ankle by bathing immediately after long hours of dancing.
a. aggravated
b. contaminated
c. thwarted
d. exacerbated
2) The policemen did a great job when they started to __________ the crowd as soon as they heard the news that there was a bomb in the building. Everyone was assured of safety as soon as they confirmed that they defused the bomb.
a. aggravate
b. disperse
c. contaminate
d. exacerbate
3) Cancer, especially among kids, is unfair.It takes away so much hope, innocence, and genuine happiness. It can ______not just the patient but everyone else in the family who are in a situation that is very devastating.
a. aggravate
b. wreak
c. contaminate
d. exacerbate
4) The group lasted for five years. They had a fair share of fame, sold numerous records, walked down red carpets and received numerous awards, which is why I’m wondering whether financial issues made them decide to finally ________.
a. eradicate
b. rout
c. disband
d. Thwart
5) As a meticulous mother, I always make it a point to check if the bottles are sterilized before filling them up with sterilized water, just to make sure it’s not _____________. This is because I believe my child deserves the best, and no parent can bear to see their little one sick or in pain.
a. contaminated
b. eradicated
c. thwarted
d. dislodged
6) We always fail to ____________ political dynasties in our country. Every election people make the same mistakes. Perhaps it’s impossible to find a corrupt free candidate or politician, but at least choose someone who is a lesser evil.
a. dislodge
b. eradicate
c. rout
d. contaminate
7) The class spent so much effort in having every concerned parent, other students, and other educators sign the petition against the annual increase of tuition fees. The class finally succeeded in _________ the increase of tuition fee for the next school year.
a. thwarting
b. disbanding
c. exacerbating
d. routing
8) It is best to keep our mouths shut if a problem arises that does not concern us, because sometimes unsolicited advice and suggestions will only __________ other people’s problem. However, if the problem becomes a heated physical fight, then we should start taking action.
a. disperse
b. dislodge
c. disband
d. exacerbate
9) The final game packed the stadium with fans of both teams and everyone was actively cheering for their teams. Bulls’ fans were very pleased that the first 3 quarters were in their favor, unfortunately, the game suddenly changed in the 4th quarter. It became a __________ in favor of Dallas.
a. disperse
b. dislodge
c. wreak
d. rout
10) I had to call the nurse after noticing that a slight amount of blood was flowing back to the IV line coming from my son’s hand. The nurse explained that it was probably because the child was so restless, which caused the IV needle to ________ and blood started to flow through the IV line. She then immediately fixed the situation, and everything was well again.
a. dislodge
b. rout
c. disperse
d. wreak