Uncommon Words Vocabulary Quiz
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What does 'pernicious' mean?

  • Appearing everywhere
  • Intending to cause harm (correct)
  • Flattering or schmoozing
  • Common
  • What is the meaning of 'ubiquitous'?

  • Intending to cause harm
  • Causing laughter
  • Flattering or schmoozing
  • Appearing everywhere, common (correct)
  • What is a 'sycophant'?

  • Intending to cause harm
  • Causing laughter
  • Appearing everywhere, common
  • A flatterer or schmoozer (correct)
  • What does the term 'non sequitur' refer to?

    <p>A statement that does not logically follow a conversation's flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'nefarious' mean?

    <p>Wicked or criminal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the word 'impregnable'?

    <p>Unable to be captured or broken into</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'coquette' refer to?

    <p>A woman who flirts to get what she wants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'harangue'?

    <p>Lecture at length in an aggressive way</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Vocabulary Definitions

    • Pernicious: Harmful or destructive, often in a subtle or sneaky way.
    • Ubiquitous: Widespread and present everywhere at the same time.
    • Sycophant: A person who tries to win favor by flattering people in power, often excessively or insincerely.
    • Non sequitur: A statement or idea that is not logically connected to the previous or next statement, often unexpected or unrelated.
    • Nefarious: Wicked, evil, or morally wrong; having or showing a strong desire to do harm.
    • Impregnable: Extremely secure or strong, unable to be broken or breached.
    • Coquette: A person, typically a woman, who flirts or teases in a playful way, often to attract attention.
    • Harangue: A long, loud, and intense speech, often scolding or criticizing.

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    Test your vocabulary knowledge with this quiz on three uncommon words: sycophant, pernicious, and ubiquitous. Challenge yourself to match the definitions and improve your word bank.

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