Nuance & Range
B2 Lesson 2: Shades of Meaning
Goal:
Understand that synonyms are not always equal. Some words are stronger or more specific than others.
1. The Intensity Scale
Words have a "temperature" or strength. Don't always use the weak word!
Weak
Strong
Extreme
Good
Great
Exceptional
Bad
Terrible
Dreadful
2. Vocabulary Upgrade
Tap to hear the nuanced pronunciation.
Hot
Scorching
Very, very hot (like burning).
Cold
Freezing
So cold it turns to ice.
Happy
Ecstatic
Overwhelmingly happy and excited.
Sad
Devastated
Extremely shocked and sad.
Angry
Furious
Full of anger; violent anger.
Tired
Exhausted
Completely drained of energy.
3. Tone Switcher
Click the button to upgrade the sentence from B1 to B2.
"The movie was very funny."
"The room was very dirty."
4. Choose the Strongest Word
1. "The food at the wedding wasn't just tasty, it was ______!"
2. "After running the marathon, I was ______."
3. "He was ______ when his team lost the final game."