Vocabulary Quiz on Unique Words
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Vocabulary Quiz on Unique Words

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What does the term 'steadily climb' refer to?

  • An immediate increase in prices.
  • A sudden drop in stock prices.
  • Fluctuations in market trends.
  • A gradual and consistent increase over time. (correct)

    • Which of the following best describes 'monetary'?

  • Involving social relationships.
  • Concerned with physical assets.
  • Related to money or currency. (correct)
  • Relating to political strategies.

    • What does 'snapping up' imply in a financial context?

  • Hesitating on investment decisions.
  • Quickly acquiring something perceived as a good opportunity. (correct)
  • Selling shares at a rapid pace.
  • Waiting for market conditions to improve.

    • What is the purpose of a 'strategic hedge'?

    <p>To offset potential losses in another investment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly illustrates the effect of 'monetary policies'?

    <p>They are used to stabilize the economy during downturns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the term 'facade'?

    <p>The front or face of a building</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes a feeling of affection or liking?

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

    What does 'fragmentation' refer to?

    <p>The process of breaking into smaller parts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'opportune' imply?

    <p>Favorable or advantageous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word means strange or bizarre?

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

    The term 'resurgence' refers to what?

    <p>A revival or renewed interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'heading south' imply in a negative context?

    <p>Getting worse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'retrofitting' involve?

    <p>Adding technology to old systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated by the term 'looming' in a negative context?

    <p>Something that is threatening or imminent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word best describes a 'scornful' attitude?

    <p>Disdainful or disrespectful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean if something is described as 'cavernous'?

    <p>Spacious or hollow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term would best describe a feeling of deep affection?

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

    What does 'snapping up' typically refer to in a business context?

    <p>Buying quickly to seize an opportunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Words and Definitions

    • Onyx: A smooth, black, or banded stone frequently used in jewelry and decorative pieces.
    • Facade: The front or outermost face of a building, often used to describe a deceptive outward appearance.
    • Cavernous: Having a spacious or hollow interior, reminiscent of a cavern.
    • Storeys: Levels or floors in a building.
    • Retrofitting: The process of integrating new technologies or features into already existing systems or structures.
    • Opportune: Favorable or advantageous, particularly at a specific moment.
    • Resurgence: A revival or renewed interest in something.
    • Fragmentation: The process of breaking down into smaller parts or pieces.
    • Scornful: Expressing contempt or derision; disdainful.
    • Outlandish: Strange, unusual, or bizarre; out of the ordinary.
    • Looming: Appearing large and threatening; imminent or about to happen.
    • Fantastical: Imaginative or fanciful; not grounded in reality; whimsical.
    • Heading South: Declining or deteriorating in quality, value, or condition.
    • Fondness: A feeling of affection or liking for someone or something.
    • Steadily Climb: To increase gradually and consistently over time.
    • Monetary: Relating to money or currency.
    • Snapping Up: Quickly buying or acquiring something, often due to recognizing a good opportunity.
    • Strategic Hedge: An investment made to offset potential losses in another investment, designed to reduce risk.

    Onyx

    • Smooth, black or banded stone
    • Used in jewelry and decoration

    Facade

    • Front or face of a building
    • Can be used to describe a deceptive outward appearance

    Cavernous

    • Spacious or hollow interior, resembling a cavern

    Storeys

    • Levels or floors of a building

    Retrofitting

    • Adding new technology or features to existing systems or structures

    Scornful

    • Expressing contempt or derision; disdainful

    Looming

    • Appearing large and threatening
    • Imminent or about to happen

    Fantastical

    • Imaginative or fanciful
    • Not grounded in reality
    • Whimsical

    Heading South (negative meaning)

    • Declining or deteriorating in quality, value, or condition

    Fondness

    • Feeling of affection or liking for someone or something

    Steadily Climb

    • To increase gradually and consistently over time

    Monetary

    • Relating to money or currency

    Snapping Up

    • Quickly buying or acquiring something, often because it is seen as a good opportunity

    Strategic Hedge

    • An investment made to offset potential losses in another investment, designed to reduce risk

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    Test your knowledge with this vocabulary quiz focused on unique and intriguing words. Define terms like 'onyx,' 'facade,' and 'retrofitting' while exploring their meanings and usages in various contexts. Perfect for those looking to enhance their word power!

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