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Which scenario best illustrates the meaning of 'allure'?
Which scenario best illustrates the meaning of 'allure'?
- An economist analyzing market trends.
- A historian meticulously documenting historical events.
- A politician giving a detailed policy speech.
- A captivating performer drawing a large audience. (correct)
In what context would the term 'antiquity' most likely be used?
In what context would the term 'antiquity' most likely be used?
- Discussing the latest technological gadgets.
- Studying ancient Roman civilizations. (correct)
- Evaluating contemporary art movements.
- Analyzing modern economic theories.
Which of the following tasks involves 'appraising' something?
Which of the following tasks involves 'appraising' something?
- Recording the daily temperature fluctuations.
- Measuring the distance between two stars.
- Estimating the value of a rare painting. (correct)
- Calculating the trajectory of a rocket launch.
In which of the following scenarios is the word 'cleave' used in the sense of splitting something?
In which of the following scenarios is the word 'cleave' used in the sense of splitting something?
Which action demonstrates the meaning of 'depreciate'?
Which action demonstrates the meaning of 'depreciate'?
Which situation exemplifies the use of 'facet' in a figurative sense?
Which situation exemplifies the use of 'facet' in a figurative sense?
Which scenario demonstrates the meaning of 'facsimile'?
Which scenario demonstrates the meaning of 'facsimile'?
Which material property relates to being 'impervious'?
Which material property relates to being 'impervious'?
Which of the following best describes an object that is 'nondescript'?
Which of the following best describes an object that is 'nondescript'?
In which situation would someone most likely experience a 'quandary'?
In which situation would someone most likely experience a 'quandary'?
Which of the following actions represents the verb 'repose'?
Which of the following actions represents the verb 'repose'?
What characteristic would you expect to find in a speech described as 'scintillating'?
What characteristic would you expect to find in a speech described as 'scintillating'?
What does it mean to 'scrutinize' a document?
What does it mean to 'scrutinize' a document?
How does a 'synthetic' material differ from a natural one?
How does a 'synthetic' material differ from a natural one?
Which process exemplifies 'transmutation'?
Which process exemplifies 'transmutation'?
Which of the following actions demonstrates the word 'appraise'?
Which of the following actions demonstrates the word 'appraise'?
In which of the following examples is 'cleave' used to signify sticking to something?
In which of the following examples is 'cleave' used to signify sticking to something?
Which scenario best demonstrates something that is 'impervious'?
Which scenario best demonstrates something that is 'impervious'?
What is the most likely result of 'scrutinizing' data?
What is the most likely result of 'scrutinizing' data?
Which situation is a good example of 'repose'?
Which situation is a good example of 'repose'?
Flashcards
Allure
Allure
The power to attract or charm.
Antiquity
Antiquity
The ancient world, especially before the Middle Ages, or the quality of great age. Valuable objects from ancient times.
Appraise
Appraise
To estimate the value of something, or to form a judgement of something; to evaluate.
Cleave
Cleave
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Depreciate
Depreciate
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Facet
Facet
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Facsimile
Facsimile
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Impervious
Impervious
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Nondescript
Nondescript
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Quandary
Quandary
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Repose
Repose
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Scintillate
Scintillate
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Scrutinize
Scrutinize
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Synthetic
Synthetic
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Transmute
Transmute
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Study Notes
- Lesson 9 vocabulary
Allure
- Noun: The power to attract or charm
Antiquity
- Noun: The ancient world, especially before the Middle Ages
- Noun: The quality of great age
- Antiquities (noun): Valuable objects from ancient times
Appraise
- Verb: To estimate the value of something
- Verb: To form a judgment of; to evaluate
Cleave
- Verb: To cling to or be faithful to
- Verb: To split with force or a sharp instrument
Depreciate
- Verb: To make or become less in value
- Verb: To represent as of little value; to belittle
Facet
- Noun: Any of the many small, flat surfaces on a precious stone made by cutting
- Noun: One of many sides or aspects of something
Facsimile
- Noun: An exact copy
Impervious
- Adjective: Incapable of being penetrated
- Adjective: Not affected or disturbed by
Nondescript
- Adjective: Hard to describe because of a lack of distinctive qualities or features
Quandary
- Noun: A state of being in doubt about what to do
Repose
- Verb: To lie at rest
- Verb: To place (power, etc.) in some person or group
- Noun: A state of rest or relaxation
Scintillate
- Verb: To flash or sparkle
- Adjective: Lively and witty
Scrutinize
- Verb: To examine with great care
- Scrutiny (noun): Close examination
Synthetic
- Adjective: Not naturally produced; made by artificial processes
Transmute
- Verb: To change the form or appearance of
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