Wordly Wise Quiz: Word Definitions
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What does the term 'insuperable' imply in the context of obstacles?

  • Only present at certain times
  • Capable of being easily overcome
  • Often encountered but manageable
  • Impossible to conquer or defeat (correct)

Which of the following best describes the term 'intermittent'?

  • Always present without breaks
  • Occurring in a constant manner
  • Happening at irregular intervals (correct)
  • Continuous and unending

In the context of education, which statement correctly describes the word 'obligatory'?

  • Only necessary for certain subjects
  • Optional for all students
  • Compulsory unless exempt for valid reasons (correct)
  • Commonly practiced but not required

What does it mean to 'plumb' in the context of understanding?

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How would you characterize a 'vagabond' lifestyle?

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What does it mean to bewail something?

<p>To complain about it (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term insuperable imply?

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Which of the following best defines a vagabond?

<p>A person who travels without a fixed home (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term flamboyance refer to?

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What is the correct meaning of the word maxim?

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Which of the following options best describes the meaning of 'wheedle' in this context?

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What emotion is best indicated by the word 'destitution' in the sentences provided?

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Which sentence best exemplifies the term 'impetus'?

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In what context would the term 'obligatory' apply?

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Which sentence most directly relates to the concept of 'insuperable'?

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Flashcards

Impetus

Something that inspires or motivates action; a driving force.

Insuperable

Impossible to overcome; unbeatable.

Intermittent

Occurring at intervals; not continuous.

Maxim

A general truth or rule of conduct; a short saying.

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Obligatory

Required; necessary to do.

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Plumb (verb)

  1. To measure the depth of water; 2. To reach the deepest part of; 3. To understand by examining closely.
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Plumb (adjective)

Straight up and down; vertical.

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Vagabond

A person who wanders from place to place.

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Visage

A face, especially one that expresses feelings.

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Wheedle

To coax or persuade someone by flattery or insincere praise.

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Destitution

The state of extreme poverty or lack of basic necessities.

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Bewail

To express sorrow or grief over something.

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Detract

To diminish the worth, merit or reputation of something

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Insuperable

Impossible to overcome or solve.

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Maxim

A short, pithy statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct.

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Flamboyance

Extravagant, showy, and unrestrained.

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Vagabond

A person who travels from place to place without a settled home.

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Intermittent

Occurring at intervals or periodically.

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Wheedle (verb)

To coax or persuade with flattery.

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Impetus (noun)

Something that motivates action.

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Extol (verb)

To praise enthusiastically.

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Detract (verb)

To lessen the value or importance.

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Insuperable (adjective)

Impossible to overcome.

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Visage (noun)

A person's face.

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Obligatory (adjective)

Required; necessary.

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Plumb (verb)

To measure the depth; to assess thoroughly.

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Plumb (adj.)

Straight up and down.

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Study Notes

Word Definitions

  • Bedevil: To trouble or torment
  • Destitute: Lacking basic necessities
  • Detract: To lessen the value, beauty, or importance of something
  • Emancipate: To free from slavery or restraint

Additional Information

  • Extol: To praise highly
  • Flamboyant: Extremely showy or unrestrained
  • Impetus: A driving force or impulse
  • Insuperable: Incapable of being overcome or defeated
  • Intermittent: Occurring at intervals
  • Maxim: A general truth or rule
  • Obligatory: Required or demanded
  • Plumb: To measure the depth of water, to reach the deepest part of something, to understand thoroughly
  • Vagabond: A person who wanders from place to place
  • Visage: A face, especially one that expresses feelings
  • Wheedle: To persuade or coax by using sly persuasion or insincere praise

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