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"UNDISPUTED" Pronunciation: un dis PYOOT id Part of speech: Adjective. (Adjectives are describing words, like “large” or “late.” They can be used in two ways: 1. Right before a noun, as in “an undisputed truth.” 2. After a linking verb, as in "The truth was undisputed.”) Meaning: To dispute something is to argue against it. So, something undisputed is so true and clear that everyone agrees about it and no one argues against it. Other forms: undisputedly How to use it: Talk about an undisputed fact, truth, idea, or observation; an undisputed leader, champion, king or queen, etc. A common expression is "X is the undisputed Y of Z," as in "He's the undisputed king of comedy," "We are the undisputed owners of this property," "The biscuit is the undisputed staple of southern cuisine," and so on. Ending your sentence with this word can be particularly emphatic: "Its popularity remains undisputed." "Her voting record is iffy but the strength of her foreign policy is undisputed." To get really poetic, reverse the order of your adjective and noun: "king undisputed," "victory undisputed," "proof undisputed." It's undisputed among parents that the first few weeks with a newborn baby are the most difficult. So many opportunities for creativity are lost when we let all the shoulds and musts stand undisputed. Look away from the screen to explain the definition in your own words. You’ll know you understand what "undisputed" means when you can explain it without saying “incontrovertible" or "not argued with." Think of one particular thing that everyone in your family likes, and fill in the blanks: "Our family's undisputed favorite _____ is _____." Example: "Our family's undisputed favorite dinner is anything Tex-Mex." Spend at least 20 seconds occupying your mind with the game and quote below. Then try the review questions. Don't go straight to the review now;let your working memory empty out first. Playing With Words: This month, we're reviewing recently featured words with some activities created with my favorite vocabulary software: Vocabulary Worksheet Factory, made by Schoolhouse Technologies. It's a simple, flexible program that lets you input word lists and definitions, then create customized, fun worksheets for review. We're starting off with very easy activities, then working our way toward harder reviews throughout the month. From yesterday: View Answer: View Try this one today. It should seem difficult: View A Point Well Made: Dr. Seuss: “I know my stuff looks like it was rattled off in twenty-eight seconds, but every word is a struggle and every sentence is like the pangs of birth.” 1. The opposite of UNDISPUTED is A. COUNTERINTUITIVE B. CONTROVERSIAL C. CONTRADICTORY 2. _____, the game ended in an undisputed victory. A. To the sound of wild cheers B. To the confusion of the commentators C. To the chagrin of both teams' coaches Answers are below. To be a sponsor and send your own message to readers of this list, please contact Liesl at Liesl@HiloTutor.com. Make Your Point is crafted with love and brought to you each day for free by Mrs. Liesl Johnson, M.Ed., a word lover, learning enthusiast, and private tutor of reading and writing in the verdant little town of Hilo, Hawaii. For writing tips, online learning, essay guidance, and more, please visit www.HiloTutor.com. Disclaimer: Word meanings presented here are expressed in plain language and are limited to common, useful applications only. Readers interested in authoritative and multiple definitions of words are encouraged to check a dictionary. Likewise, word meanings, usage, and pronunciations are limited to American English; these elements may vary across world Englishes. Answers to review questions: 1. B 2. A