English Vocabulary Definitions Quiz
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Why is 'the poor' used instead of 'poor' in the text?

  • Because 'the poor' is used as a collective noun referring to poor people. (correct)
  • Because 'the poor' is a synonym for 'poor'.
  • Because 'the poor' is an idiom for poor individuals.
  • Because 'the poor' is a spelling error for 'poor'.

    • What does the word 'panacea' mean?

  • A medicine not considered effective.
  • A magical or medicinal potion.
  • A remedy for all diseases or problems. (correct)
  • An exact copy of written material.

    • Which term is the antonym of 'attract'?

  • Revulsion
  • Allure
  • Disgust (correct)
  • Entice

    • What does the field of 'entomology' study?

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

    Which word is a synonym for 'skillful'?

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

    What is the meaning of the word 'facsimile'?

    <p>An exact copy of written material.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most appropriate meaning of the idiom 'To keep a good table'?

    <p>To offer sumptuous food to one’s guests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Select the ANTONYM of the word 'repel' to fill in the blank: Her bright blue eyes ________ everyone in the party.

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

    Which option is an appropriately spelled word from the given sentence?

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

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words: Study of science of insects

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

    What is the most appropriate meaning of the idiom 'The new electric car costs an arm and a leg'?

    <p>Is very expensive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option is an appropriately spelled word from the given sentence?

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

    What does the idiom 'costs an arm and a leg' mean?

    <p>Is very expensive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words is spelled incorrectly?

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

    What is the meaning of the phrase 'to keep a good table'?

    <p>To provide lavish food to guests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a synonym for 'amenable'?

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

    What is the antonym of 'leisure'?

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

    What does 'vacillate' mean?

    <p>To be indecisive</p> Signup and view all the answers

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