deflate

Synonym: diminish

The bad grades he received on his report card deflated his self confidence.

feisty

Synonym: lively

She was a vibrant, lively and feisty woman who had an extremely positive attitude towards life.

titters

Synonym: chuckle

The room broke into nervous titters of laughter.

crane

Synonym: extend

He craned his neck to see the answers on the other student’s paper.

enlighten

Synonym: educate

I don't understand what's going on; can someone please enlighten me?

bait

Synonmym: trap

Cathy baited Joseph into giving her his bike by telling him he deserved a better one.

ovation

Synonym: applause

After we performed our parts the audience gave us a standing ovation.

regret

Synonyms: guilt

He regrets not traveling more when he was younger.