A Christmas Carol

Words 11-15

Michael was astonished when he won first place in the

spelling bee – he was sure that Stephanie was the better

speller.

Astonish:(v.) Amaze, shock, surprise

Even though she tried to tiptoe silently through the house, every step Taylor

made was audible.

Audible:(adj.) Loud enough to be heard

George has a compulsion to make sure that his desk is

organized – he can’t stand a mess!

Compulsion:(n.) A driving, irresistible force

I opened a window to dispel the smell and smoke from the

burned popcorn.

Dispelled:(v.) Scattered and driven away

Arthritis has made my grandmother’s

fingers gnarled and sore.

Gnarled:(adj.) knotty and twisted, distorted