squirm
/skwɜːrm/
squirm
skwɜːrm
English Definition
v. to twist or move uncomfortably
Significado en Español
retorcerse, contorsionarse
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
ngọ nguậy, vặn vẹo
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the best synonym for the word “squirm”:
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A
wriggle
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B
relax
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C
rest
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D
recline
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A — wriggle.
“squirm” means v. to twist or move uncomfortably
Common questions about “squirm”
What does “squirm” mean?
squirm — v. to twist or move uncomfortably. In Chinese: 蠕动，扭动.
How do you pronounce “squirm”?
squirm is pronounced /skwɜːrm/. It breaks into 1 syllable: squirm.
Is “squirm” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. squirm appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
