Vocabulary Definitions Quiz
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Which word refers to the action of cleaning a hard surface by rubbing intensely?

  • Calamity
  • Abrasive (correct)
  • Rudimentary
  • Dawdle
  • What term describes a person showing little feelings towards others, being harsh?

  • Askew
  • Chortle
  • Talisman
  • Abrasive (correct)
  • Which term means 'lacking any organization, random, and unplanned'?

  • Talisman
  • Haphazard (correct)
  • Stupendous
  • Liaison
  • What does the term 'askew' mean?

    <p>Not straight in level or position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is used to describe an event causing great damage, a disaster?

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

    Which term describes a basic, limited, unsophisticated object typically thought to have magic powers and bring good luck?

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

    What is the term for a haphazard, breathy, gleeful laugh?

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

    Which word means 'not straight in level or position; crooked'?

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

    What term describes a strong, fast-moving stream of water?

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

    Which term signifies an event causing great damage, a disaster?

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

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    Vocabulary

    • Abrasive: a texture or action that rubs intensely to clean a hard surface (e.g., rock, diamond, metal) or a person who shows little feelings for others and is harsh.
    • Dawdle: to waste time, be slow, and lack a sense of urgency.
    • Rudimentary: basic, limited, and not advanced or sophisticated in terms of development or functionality.
    • Liaison: a process of communication and cooperation between people to work together with a common goal.
    • Talisman: an object, typically a ring or stone, believed to have magic powers and bring good luck to its owner.
    • Askew: not straight in level or position; crooked or tilted.
    • Haphazard: lacking any organization; random, unplanned, and without a clear structure.
    • Torrent: a strong, fast-moving stream of water; a flood or stream that can cause significant damage.
    • Stupendous: extremely impressive; amazing, astounding, and breathtaking.
    • Chortle: a breathy, gleeful laugh; a giggle that expresses joy or amusement.
    • Calamity: an event causing great damage; a disaster, catastrophe, or tragedy that has a significant impact on people or the environment.

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