Vocabulary Quiz: Words and Their Meanings

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Match the following words with their definitions:

Abominable = With great anger, hatred or ill will Contraband = Goods that are illegally imported or exported Furtive = Cooperated in a quiet, secretive way Temerity = Reckless, offensive boldness

Match the following words with their meanings:

Acrimonious = Bitter, stinging or caustic in nature Connived = Secret, shifty, sneaky Placid = Pleasantly calm, peaceful; quiet Scrutiny = A thorough searching; a close examination or inquiry

Match the following words with their synonyms:

Amiable = Pleasant, friendly, good-natured Indigenous = Occurring or living naturally in an area Persevere = To persist in a purpose, idea or task Vehement = With conviction of force; strong feelings marked by forceful energy

Match the following words with their descriptions:

Analogous = Comparable to something else, possessing connections, similarities Compensation = Something given in exchange or to make up for something else Eluded = Avoided or escaped by cleverness or speed Formidable = Hard to overcome or deal with Signup and view all the answers

Match the following words with their characteristics:

Acquit = Declare someone innocent Cynical = Distrustful of human nature; disapproving Malevolent = Having or exhibiting hatred, ill-will, spite Unsullied = Spotlessly clean and fresh Signup and view all the answers

Match the following words with their negative attributes:

Brash = Tactless, bold Lurched = Staggered; stumbled Obscure = Not clearly expressed, hard to understand Recluse = A person shut off from the world; someone living in seclusion; loner Signup and view all the answers

Match the following words with their definitions:

Placid = Pleasantly calm, peaceful; quiet Abominable = With great anger, hatred or ill will Cynical = Distrustful of human nature; disapproving Articulate = To speak clearly, concise Signup and view all the answers

Match the following words with their characteristics:

Malevolent = Having or exhibiting hatred, ill-will, spite Benign = Incapable of causing harm Furtive = Covert in a quiet, secretive way Vehement = With conviction or force; strong feelings marked by forceful energy Signup and view all the answers

Match the following words with their negative attributes:

Contraband = Goods that are illegally imported or exported Temerity = Reckless, offensive boldness Connived = Secret, shifty, sneaky Brash = Tactless, bold Signup and view all the answers

Match the following words with their synonyms:

Compensation = Something given in exchange or to make up for something else Eluded = Avoided or escaped by cleverness or speed Lurched = Staggered; stumbled Acquit = Declare someone innocent Signup and view all the answers

Match the following words with their primary usage:

Scrutiny = A thorough searching; a close examination or inquiry Contradict = To assert the contrary of; deny the truth Ensuing = Following immediately afterward Indigenous = Occurring or living naturally in an area Signup and view all the answers

Match the following words with their descriptions:

Recluse = A person shut off from the world; someone living in seclusion; loner Unsullied = Spotlessly clean and fresh Furtive = Covert in a quiet, secretive way Analogous = Comparable to something else, possessing connections, similarities Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Matching Exercises

Matching exercises require students to connect words with their correct definitions or characteristics.
This type of exercise enhances vocabulary understanding and retention.
Synonym matching helps in developing a deeper understanding of word meanings and nuances.

Key Types of Matching

Words can be matched with definitions, synonyms, descriptions, and specific characteristics.
Definitions clarify the meaning of the word.
Synonyms provide alternative words with similar meanings.
Descriptions offer contextual explanations for the use of the word.
Characteristics outline specific traits associated with the word.
Negative attributes highlight unfavorable qualities related to the word.
Primary usage indicates the main context or situation where the word is typically applied.

Importance of Matching Exercises

Strengthens language skills and comprehension.
Encourages critical thinking and cognitive association.
Aids in expanding vocabulary and language proficiency.
Provides a structured approach to learning new words and their contexts.

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Description

This quiz tests your knowledge of the meanings of various words. From expressing anger and bitterness to being friendly and harmless, see if you can match the words with their correct definitions.