16 Questions
What does 'circumspection' imply?
cautious and thoughtful consideration
What is the opposite of 'guileless'?
deceptive
What is the connotation of 'lechery'?
unrestrained indulgence
What does 'wanton' describe?
a deliberate and purposeless action
What is the opposite of 'sordid'?
honorable
What does 'paragon' mean?
a model of excellence
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desolate = lacking in morals sordid = in a state of bleak and dismal emptiness laconic = using few words guileless = something done or given in acknowledgment
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candid = cheerful readiness or willingness alacrity = sincere; straightforward homage = open with words; honest; outspoken insolent = boldly rude or disrespectful
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discord = boldly rude or disrespectful subjugate = disagreement; difference of opinion circumspection = bring under complete control; master beguile = caution; thoughtfulness
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consecrate = to make or declare sacred defunct = something done or given in acknowledgment wanton = no longer in effect or use usurp = deliberate and without motive or provocation
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sated = cheerful readiness or willingness paragon = satisfied; full lechery = model or example of excellence propriety = unrestrained indulgence of sexual desire
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peevish = annoyed; irritated impervious = incapable of being persuaded or affected entreat = ask earnestly; beg ruminate = think about; meditate on; ponder
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vehement = strongly emotional; intense or passionate castigation = severe scolding or verbal punishment amiable = friendly; good-natured lethargy = sluggishness; laziness
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pernicious = deadly; causing harm or ruin odious = deserving hatred; highly offensive desolate = in a state of bleak and dismal emptiness sordid = lacking in morals; disreputable
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laconic = using few words guileless = open with words; honest; outspoken candid = sincere; straightforward circumspection = caution; thoughtfulness
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homage = something done or given in acknowledgment discord = disagreement; difference of opinion beguile = to influence by trickery; to mislead subjugate = bring under complete control; master
Test your vocabulary skills with this quiz that challenges your understanding of words like desolate, laconic, sordid, candid, guileless, and subjugate. Identify their connotations, synonyms, and definitions with 15 matching and 15 multiple-choice questions.
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