Vocabulary Quiz: Word Meanings and Synonyms
18 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What does 'adjourn' mean?

  • To conclude permanently
  • To summarize a meeting
  • To initiate a discussion
  • To stop proceedings temporarily (correct)
  • Which synonym best describes 'alien' when referring to a citizen of another country?

  • Exotic (correct)
  • Indigenous
  • Local
  • Familiar
  • What is the antonym of 'comely'?

  • Charming
  • Radiant
  • Ugly (correct)
  • Appealing
  • In which situation would someone 'compensate'?

    <p>To repay for services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term relates closely to a life described as 'dissolute'?

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

    What is the meaning of the term 'fortify'?

    <p>To strengthen or build up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which synonym is NOT associated with 'jeer'?

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

    In which context would 'illegible' be appropriately used?

    <p>Highlighting a poorly written document</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'expulsion' signify?

    <p>The act of ejection or removal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes 'fodder'?

    <p>A material for writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the word 'mediocre'?

    <p>Average and undistinguished</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best antonym for 'proliferate'?

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

    Which action is described by the word 'subjugate'?

    <p>To conquer by force and control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words shares a synonym with 'sully'?

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

    What is a primary characteristic of something described as 'terse'?

    <p>Brief and to the point</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word is an antonym of 'unflinching'?

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

    Which term best captures the essence of 'tantalize'?

    <p>To torment by teasing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario is one likely to 'sully' their reputation?

    <p>Engaging in dishonest behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Adjourn

    • Verb meaning to temporarily halt proceedings or move to a different location.
    • Synonyms include postpone and discontinue.
    • Antonyms include open and call to order.

    Alien

    • Noun referring to a citizen of another country; adjective meaning foreign or strange.
    • Synonym: exotic.
    • Antonyms: native, endemic.

    Comely

    • Adjective describing a pleasing appearance.
    • Synonyms include good-looking, attractive, and bonny.
    • Antonyms include plain, homely, ugly, and repulsive.

    Compensate

    • Verb meaning to make up for something or repay for services.
    • Synonyms: pay back, reimburse.
    • Antonyms: fail to reward, stiff.

    Dissolute

    • Adjective characterizing someone with loose morals or behavior.
    • Synonyms: dissipated, debauched, immoral, corrupt.
    • Antonyms: chaste, moral, seemly, proper.

    Erratic

    • Adjective describing something irregular, inconsistent, or undependable.
    • Synonyms: irregular, inconsistent.
    • Antonyms: steady, consistent, dependable.

    Expulsion

    • Noun signifying the act of driving or forcing out.
    • Synonyms: ejection, removal, eviction.
    • Antonyms: admittance, admission.

    Feint

    • Noun meaning a deceptive movement or pretense; verb meaning to make such a movement or pretense.
    • Synonyms (noun): trick, ruse, subterfuge, bluff.

    Fodder

    • Noun referring to raw materials for a specific purpose.

    Fortify

    • Verb meaning to strengthen or build up.
    • Synonyms: reinforce, shore up.
    • Antonyms: weaken, undermine, impair.

    Illegible

    • Adjective describing something difficult or impossible to read.
    • Synonyms: unreadable, scribbled.

    Jeer

    • Verb meaning to mock rudely; noun referring to a rude remark of derision.
    • Synonyms (verb): taunt, gibe, insult.
    • Antonyms (verb): applaud, praise, compliment.

    Lucrative

    • Adjective describing something that brings in money; profitable.
    • Synonyms: gainful, moneymaking.
    • Antonyms: unprofitable, losing, in the red.

    Mediocre

    • Adjective meaning average, ordinary, or undistinguished.
    • Synonym: run-of-the-mill.
    • Antonyms: outstanding, distinguished.

    Proliferate

    • Verb meaning to reproduce, increase, or spread rapidly.
    • Synonyms: multiply, mushroom, burgeon.
    • Antonyms: decrease, diminish, dwindle, slack off.

    Subjugate

    • Verb meaning to conquer by force or bring under complete control.
    • Synonyms: vanquish, subdue.
    • Antonyms: encourage, support.

    Sully

    • Verb meaning to soil, tarnish, defile, or besmirch.
    • Synonyms: pollute, tarnish.
    • Antonyms: cleanse, purify, decontaminate.

    Tantalize

    • Verb meaning to tease or torment by teasing.
    • Synonyms: tempt, lead on.
    • Antonyms: satisfy, fulfill.

    Terse

    • Adjective describing something brief and to the point.
    • Synonyms: succinct, crisp, short and sweet.
    • Antonyms: wordy, diffuse, prolix.

    Unflinching

    • Adjective describing someone firm, fearless, and unwavering.
    • Synonyms: resolute, steadfast, unwavering.
    • Antonyms: irresolute, wavering, vacillating.

    Studying That Suits You

    Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

    Quiz Team

    Description

    Test your knowledge of vocabulary with this quiz! You will explore various words, their meanings, synonyms, and antonyms. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their language skills and understanding of nuanced terms.

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser