Vocabulary Building: Intricate to Unprecedented

Questions and Answers

What does the adjective "intricate" mean?

Very long

Very short

Very complicated or detailed (correct)

Very simple

A sleuth is a person who investigates crimes.

True

What does the verb "flounder" mean?

to struggle or stagger clumsily in mud or water; to struggle

The company was accused of making ____________________ claims about their product, which were later found to be false.

purported Signup and view all the answers

Match the words with their meanings:

I. Indolent = B. lazy or avoiding activity II. Frivolous = C. not having any serious purpose or value III. Feasible = A. possible to do easily or conveniently Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'feasible' refer to?

Something that can be done easily or conveniently. Signup and view all the answers

The verb 'solicit' means to give something generously.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is a synonym for 'indolent'?

lazy Signup and view all the answers

The detective played the role of a __________ as he searched for clues in the case.

sleuth Signup and view all the answers

Match the following words with their definitions:

Frivolous = Not having any serious purpose or value Incite = Encourage or stir up violent behavior Stint (noun) = A period of time spent doing something Purported = Alleged or appearing to be true Signup and view all the answers

An unprecedented event is one that has been done many times before.

False Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary Study Notes

Intricate (adjective)
- Describes complexity or detail in a subject or object.
Sleuth (noun)
- Refers to a detective or investigator focused on crimes.
Sleuth (verb)
- The action of meticulously investigating a crime or mystery.
Unprecedented (adjective)
- Indicates an event or situation that has never occurred before.
Flounder (verb)
- Means to struggle or move awkwardly, often used in contexts involving mud or water.
Frivolous (adjective)
- Describes actions, objects, or individuals lacking serious purpose or value; also refers to a carefree attitude.
Purported (adjective)
- Refers to claims that something is true, though it may not be verified; implies allegation.
Stint (verb)
- Means to provide something in an insufficient or stingy manner.
Stint (noun)
- Represents a specific period dedicated to a job or activity.
Feasible (adjective)
- Indicates that something is practical or easily achievable.
Solicit (verb)
- The act of requesting or seeking to obtain something from someone.
Incite (verb)
- Refers to the act of provoking or encouraging unlawful or violent behavior.
Indolent (adjective)
- Describes a person as lazy or resistant to engage in activity.

Vocabulary Study Notes

Intricate (adjective)
- Describes complexity or detail in a subject or object.
Sleuth (noun)
- Refers to a detective or investigator focused on crimes.
Sleuth (verb)
- The action of meticulously investigating a crime or mystery.
Unprecedented (adjective)
- Indicates an event or situation that has never occurred before.
Flounder (verb)
- Means to struggle or move awkwardly, often used in contexts involving mud or water.
Frivolous (adjective)
- Describes actions, objects, or individuals lacking serious purpose or value; also refers to a carefree attitude.
Purported (adjective)
- Refers to claims that something is true, though it may not be verified; implies allegation.
Stint (verb)
- Means to provide something in an insufficient or stingy manner.
Stint (noun)
- Represents a specific period dedicated to a job or activity.
Feasible (adjective)
- Indicates that something is practical or easily achievable.
Solicit (verb)
- The act of requesting or seeking to obtain something from someone.
Incite (verb)
- Refers to the act of provoking or encouraging unlawful or violent behavior.
Indolent (adjective)
- Describes a person as lazy or resistant to engage in activity.