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Which of these best describes the meaning of the word 'Arcane'?

  • Difficult to understand (correct)
  • Unimportant
  • Commonly known
  • Explained in detail

    • What does the word 'Prophetic' mean?

  • Able to predict the future (correct)
  • Related to nature
  • Explaining historical events
  • Concerned with the past

    • Which of these describes what 'Polarize' means?

  • Remain neutral on a subject
  • Combine different elements together
  • Become more open-minded
  • Create a clear division between opposing sides (correct)

    • What does the word 'Demur' mean?

    <p>Hesitate and express doubt (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'Irresolute' suggests someone who is decisive and determined.

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    Which of these describes the meaning of 'Corroborate'?

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    What does 'Disparate' mean?

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    Which of these describes the meaning of 'Daunting'?

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    Which of these best describes the meaning of 'Impertinent'?

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    What does 'Proclivity' mean?

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    Which of these describes the meaning of 'Assuage'?

    <p>Decrease a negative feeling (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these describes the meaning of 'Calumny'?

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    What does 'Belie' mean?

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    Which of these describes 'Frivolous'?

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    What does 'Equivocate' mean?

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    Which of these describes the meaning of 'Incendiary'?

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    The term 'Brazen' suggests someone who is shy and embarrassed.

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    What does 'Coalesce' mean?

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    A 'Feasible' project is likely to be successful and achievable.

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    Which of these describes the meaning of 'Alacrity'?

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    Which of these best describes the meaning of 'Ascetic'?

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    What does the term 'Paradigmatic' mean?

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    Which of these best describes the meaning of 'Panache'?

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    Someone who describes themself as 'Contrite' is likely to be feeling remorseful or guilty.

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    What does 'Ephemeral' mean?

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    Which of these best describes the meaning of 'Flout'?

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    A 'Cursory' examination is thorough and detailed.

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    What does the word 'Contend' mean?

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    Which of these best describes 'Misanthropic'?

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    Someone who acts with 'Decorum' is likely to be rude and disrespectful.

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    What does 'Pedantic' mean?

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    Someone who 'Vacillates' is likely to make decisions quickly and decisively.

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    Which of these best describes the meaning of 'Anomalous'?

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    What does 'Anachronistic' mean?

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    Which of these best describes 'Copious'?

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    Which of these best describes the meaning of 'Diffident'?

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    What does the word 'Amenable' mean?

    <p>receptive to change (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these best describes the meaning of 'Verbose'?

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    Something 'Discernable' is easily recognized and understood.

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    Flashcards

    Arcane

    Comprehended by very few people; secret.

    Prophetic

    Able to correctly predict the future.

    Polarize

    Separate into 2 opposing groups.

    Demur

    Hesitate or object; express doubt.

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    Irresolute

    Uncertain or lacking determination.

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    Corroborate

    Lend support to or bolster.

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    Disparate

    Different or contrasting.

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    Daunting

    Scary or frightening.

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    Abate

    Decrease in intensity or lessen.

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    Impertinent

    Disrespectful or inappropriate; brazen.

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    Proclivity

    A fondness or liking for something.

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    Assuage

    Decrease a negative feeling; allay.

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    Diatribe

    An angry rant or verbal abuse.

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    Calumny

    Slander and defamation.

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    Belie

    A false impression or mask.

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    Frivolous

    Lacking in seriousness or importance; silly.

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    Equivocate

    Speak evasively or avoid taking a stance.

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    Incendiary

    Provocative, causing conflict.

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    Brazen

    Shameless and excessively forward.

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    Coalesce

    Bring elements together; unite.

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    Feasible

    Likely to be achieved; practical.

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    Alacrity

    Eagerness to do something.

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    Abstain

    To avoid partaking in something.

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    Ascetic

    Very strict lifestyle lacking luxury; self-denying.

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    Paradigmatic

    Representing the standard example.

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    Panache

    A stylish and confident manner.

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    Contrite

    Feeling regretful or guilty.

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    Ephemeral

    Extremely short-lasting.

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    Study Notes

    Vocabulary Terms

    • Arcane: comprehended by very few people; secret.
    • Prophetic: Able to correctly predict the future.
    • Polarize: Separate into two opposing groups.
    • Demur: Hesitate or object; express doubt.
    • Irresolute: Uncertain or lacking determination.
    • Corroborate: Lend support to; bolster.
    • Disparate: Different or contrasting.
    • Daunting: Scary or frightening.
    • Abate: Decrease in intensity or lessen.
    • Impertinent: Disrespectful or inappropriate; brazen.
    • Proclivity: A fondness or liking for something.
    • Assuage: Decrease a negative feeling; allay.
    • Diatribe: An angry rant; verbal abuse.
    • Calumny: Slander and defamation.
    • Belie: A false impression; mask.
    • Frivolous: Lacking in seriousness or importance; silly.
    • Equivocate: Speak evasively or avoid taking a stance.
    • Incendiary: Provocative; causing conflict.
    • Brazen: Shameless and excessively forward.
    • Coalesce: Bring elements together; unite.
    • Feasible: Likely to be achieved; practical.
    • Alacrity: Eagerness to do something.
    • Abstain: To avoid partaking in something.
    • Ascetic: (of a lifestyle) very strict and lacking luxury; (noun) self-denying.
    • Paradigmatic: Representing the standard example.
    • Panache: A stylish and confident manner.
    • Contrite: Feeling regretful or guilty.
    • Ephemeral: Extremely short-lasting.
    • Flout: Break a rule without guilt.
    • Cursory: Lacking effort; without care.
    • Contend: Argue a certain point of view; assert; maintain; compete.
    • Misanthropic: Having a distaste for humans and society.
    • Decorum: Politeness and proper behavior.
    • Pedantic: Overly concerned with (minor) details.
    • Vacillate: Go back and forth with one's view.
    • Anomalous: Differing from what is normal; atypical.
    • Anachronistic: The wrong time or era.
    • Copious: Existing in great supply; abundant.
    • Didactic: Meant for teaching; educational; sometimes in a condescending manner.
    • Diffident: Reserved or shy; without confidence.
    • Amenable: Receptive to change; open; compliant.
    • Verbose: Excessively talkative; wordy.
    • Profundity: Great wisdom or intelligence.
    • Discernable: Able to be recognized or understood.

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