Deciphering Common Phrases and Jargon Quiz
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What is the definition of 'prudent' in the given sentence?

acting with great caution and care not to invite anyone with whom she wouldn't want to jump around in a bounce house.

What does the term 'context' refer to?

the other words and sentences around the word in question

What are some methods for determining the meaning of a word using context?

looking for the definition or a restating of the word in the surrounding text

In the sentence 'While planning the party, Susan was prudent with the guest list,' who is being prudent?

<p>Susan</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'prudent' mean in the given sentence?

<p>acting with caution and care</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the sentence 'Susan was prudent with the guest list,' what is Susan being cautious and careful about?

<p>the guest list</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the sentence 'Susan was prudent with the guest list,' how is Susan's behavior with the guest list described?

<p>acting with great caution and care</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does procrastinate mean?

<p>Delaying or putting off.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does superfluous mean?

<p>Extra and unnecessary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does haughty mean?

<p>Arrogant and pretentious.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does deleterious mean?

<p>Harmful.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can context help determine the meaning of a word?

<p>Context can provide examples, synonyms, antonyms, or clues to help understand the word.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are synonyms?

<p>Words that have the same or similar meanings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are antonyms?

<p>Words that have opposite meanings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can substitution be used to figure out the meaning of a word?

<p>By swapping out the unknown word with a known word that makes sense in context.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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