Vocabulary Quiz: Word Meanings and Uses
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Which word means to give up power?

  • acquiesce
  • abdicate (correct)
  • abstain
  • abrogate
  • What does the word 'abhor' convey?

  • to despise (correct)
  • to examine
  • to alleviate
  • to adore
  • Which term describes a state of social or economic abundance?

  • affluent (correct)
  • abnormal
  • apocryphal
  • ambiguous
  • Which adjective refers to an unclear or vague situation?

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

    What is the meaning of 'atone'?

    <p>to make amends (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word best describes the act of shortening a word or phrase?

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

    What is the meaning of the term 'abstain'?

    <p>to hold back (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to a situation or condition that is not normal?

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

    Identify the word that means to free someone from guilt.

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

    What does 'adverse' imply in its use?

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

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    Abbreviate

    To shorten a word or phrase, often used in writing and communication.

    Abdicate

    To give up power or authority, often by a king or queen.

    Abhor

    To strongly dislike or hate something.

    Abnormal

    Not considered normal or average; deviating from what's expected.

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    Abode

    A place of residence; a home.

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    Alleviate

    To lessen or reduce the severity or intensity of something.

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    Allot

    To distribute or assign something, usually in a specific amount or portion.

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