Vocabulary Quiz on Cognitive Terms

Code

• A system of words, symbols or signals used in place of ordinary writing
• Laws, rules and social customs also qualify as code

Coercion

• The use of force to make someone do something against their will.
• To compel or force someone to act in a certain way

Coeval

• Existing or occurring during the same period of time.
• Being of the same age or duration

Cog

• A tooth projecting from a wheel, used to engage with another toothed element to transmit motion.
• A part of a mechanism that interlocks with another part

Cogent

• Convincing and well-reasoned
• Providing strong and logical evidence

Cogitate

• Think deeply and carefully about something; ponder
• To consider something thoughtfully

Cognate

• Related in origin; having a common ancestor, particularly in terms of language
• Words or languages that share a common root or origin.

Cognitive

• Relating to the mental processes of perception, thinking, learning and memory
• The ability to perceive, understand, and remember information.

Cognizance

• Knowledge or awareness of something.
• Being aware of or having knowledge of something.

Barrister

• A lawyer who is qualified to plead cases in a higher court of law.
• They are typically specialized in advocacy and trial work.

Solicitor

• A lawyer who is qualified to practice in a lower court of law.
• They provide legal advice and prepare legal documents.

Barterer

• A person who trades goods or services for other goods or services, without using money.
• They exchange things of value for other things of value.

Bask

• To relax and enjoy the warmth of the sun or heat.
• To luxuriate in pleasant conditions.

Luxuriate

• To take pleasure in great comfort, ease, or indulgence.
• To enjoy the comforts and pleasures of life.

Bastion

• A stronghold or fortified place.
• Something seen as a source of protection or a stronghold of a particular belief or value.

Bate

• To lessen the force or intensity of something; to moderate or restrain.
• To wait with anticipation or excitement.

Bauble

• A showy but cheap piece of jewelry or ornament.
• A trinket or trifling object.

Bawdy

• Indecent or obscene; relating to sex in a rude and humorous way
• Suggestive and humorous, often involving sexual references.

Beatific

• Giving or showing bliss; full of joy and happiness.
• Having a look of great happiness and peace.

Bliss

• A state of perfect happiness or contentment.
• A feeling of great joy and deep satisfaction.

Beatitude

• A state of supreme happiness; blessedness.
• A state of great spiritual happiness.

Mystic

• Relating to hidden meanings and spiritual power; mysterious and profound.
• A person who seeks to achieve mystical experiences and knowledge.

Bedizen

• To dress in vulgar or gaudy finery.
• To adorn with excessive or showy decorations.

Finery

• Beautiful clothes worn for a special occasion; showy dress.
• Elegant or ornate clothing.

Bedraggle

• To make something wet and messy.
• To become soiled or disheveled by water or mud.

Beeline

• A direct and quick route taken to reach a destination.
• To go straight to something without any detours.

Befuddle

• To confuse thoroughly; to make someone unable to think clearly.
• To puzzle or bewilder someone.

Fuddle

• (Informal) To make confused or stupid, especially by drinking alcohol.
• To confuse someone with alcohol.

Beget

• To father a child; to produce or give rise to something.
• To cause or bring about something.

Begrudge

• To envy someone; to give or allow something unwillingly.
• To resent or begrudge someone their success.

Grudge

• A feeling of deep dislike or resentment; a feeling of wanting to harm someone.
• A cause for complaint or dissatisfaction.

Beguile

• To charm, deceive, or mislead someone; to attract someone's attention.
• To capture someone's attention or interest.

Behemoth

• An enormous creature or object; something of great size or power.
• Something monstrous or overwhelming.

Beholden

• Obligated; indebted; owing thanks to someone.
• Feeling grateful or obliged to someone for their help.

Behoove (behove)

• To be necessary or right for someone to do something.
• To be incumbent upon someone to do something.

Test your understanding of various cognitive terms including code, coercion, and cogitate. This quiz will challenge your knowledge of definitions and uses of these significant words. Perfect for honing your vocabulary skills!