Question

vocabulary study: \story of an hour\
directions:

• synonyms
• antonyms
• memory clue
• sentence practice

vocab. term
afflicted
(para. 1)
part of speech: verb
definition: to suffer from mental or physical pain
synonyms:
antonyms:
memory clue
practice sentences:
1.

2.

vocab. term
repression
(para. 8)
part of speech: noun
definition: the act of holding back; keeping actions, feelings, and desires under control
synonyms:
antonyms:
memory clue
practice sentences:
1.

2.

Explanation:

Answer:

afflicted:
Synonyms: tormented, troubled
Antonyms: comforted, eased
Practice Sentences:

1. The old man was afflicted with a chronic illness.
2. She was afflicted by grief after her pet died.

repression:
Synonyms: suppression, restraint
Antonyms: expression, liberation
Practice Sentences:

1. His repression of emotions led to stress.
2. The government's repression of protests caused unrest.