Vocabulary Quiz: Definitions and Examples

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What does 'jeopardy' mean?

  • To be weak or decline
  • Praise awarded for achievements
  • Exposure to loss or injury (correct)
  • Exposure to gain or advantage

Which word means 'praise awarded to someone for their achievements'?

  • Jeopardy
  • Malice
  • Kudos (correct)
  • Languish

What does 'languish' mean?

  • Ambiguous or vague
  • Ill intent or desire to cause pain
  • To be weak or decline (correct)
  • Outdated or old

Which word means 'ambiguous, vague, unclear'?

<p>Nebulous (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'malice'?

<p>Ill intent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which word best describes someone who is 'languishing'?

<p>Fading (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'obsolete' mean in the given context?

<p>Outdated (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way did the firefighters put their lives in 'jeopardy'?

<p>By being reckless (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'kudos' mean in the provided context?

<p>Praise for achievements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which word is a synonym for 'nebulous'?

<p>Ambiguous (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the opposite of 'jeopardy'?

<p>Safety (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Languish' is best defined as:

<p>'To suffer' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Nebulous references' implies references that are:

<p>Ambiguous and vague (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Vocabulary

  • 'Jeopardy' refers to a situation in which someone or something is at risk of harm, loss, or failure.
  • 'Kudos' means praise or admiration awarded to someone for their achievements.
  • 'Languish' means to suffer or weaken, often due to a lack of care, attention, or support.
  • 'Malice' refers to the intention to do harm or evil to someone or something.
  • Someone who is 'languishing' is often described as being in a state of decline or weakness.
  • 'Obsolete' in this context means no longer used, out of date, or replaced by something newer.
  • Firefighters put their lives in 'jeopardy' by risking harm or death while trying to rescue people or put out fires.
  • 'Kudos' is used to express admiration and praise for someone's achievements or efforts.
  • A synonym for 'nebulous' is 'ambiguous', meaning unclear, vague, or open to multiple interpretations.
  • The opposite of 'jeopardy' is a situation where someone or something is safe and not at risk.
  • 'Languish' can also be defined as to exist or continue in a state of weakness or inactivity.
  • 'Nebulous references' suggests that the references are unclear, vague, or difficult to understand.

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