Difficult English Words Quiz

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What does the term 'encomium' refer to in this context?

A piece that disapproves of someone's work
A type of criticism
A tribute that warmly praises someone or something (correct)
A formal complaint about school policies

Which term describes someone who is excessively submissive?

Obsequious (correct)
Feckless
Voracious
Diligent

What does 'attrition' refer to in this content?

An increase in the number of staff hired
A temporary pause in operations
A reduction in workforce due to employees leaving (correct)
A type of financial support for employees

Which of the following best describes 'dichotomy'?

A difference between two opposite things or ideas (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'titular' imply in this context?

Being in a role without real power (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'bulai' mean?

To give a false impression (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which word describes excessive praise that may exceed what is deserved?

Adulation (D) Signup and view all the answers

How is 'dichotomy' defined?

A difference between two opposite things (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which term signifies someone who is ineffective or irresponsible?

Feckless (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'respite' mean?

A brief interval of rest or relief (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'albeit' express?

Even though (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which word means to attract or interest someone?

Beguiling (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'circumvent' something?

To get around something (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'jejune'?

Lacking in sophistication (B) Signup and view all the answers

The word 'idyllic' refers to what kind of setting?

Happy and peaceful (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes someone who is diligent and persistent in their work?

Sedulous (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'titular' mean in a work position?

An arbitrary position with no real power (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the best definition of 'obsequious'?

Excessively submissive (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'partisan' refer to?

Support for a single cause (C) Signup and view all the answers

The term 'status quo' refers to what?

The way things are as a whole (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

To Balai

To give a false impression of something, especially to deceive.

Adulation

Great praise for someone, often more than what is deserved.