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What is the most appropriate word to use when asking passengers to exit the aircraft?
What is the most appropriate word to use when asking passengers to exit the aircraft?
- boarding
- disrupting
- alighting (correct)
- departing
Which term best fits the context of resolving conflicts and promoting collaboration?
Which term best fits the context of resolving conflicts and promoting collaboration?
- feud
- dynasty
- truce (correct)
- dispute
What is the correct term for restoring an old building while preserving its character?
What is the correct term for restoring an old building while preserving its character?
- decorate
- recompense
- transform
- renovate (correct)
What verb describes the process of a new idea developing from an initial concept?
What verb describes the process of a new idea developing from an initial concept?
Which word best describes tasks that may seem insignificant but contribute to overall success?
Which word best describes tasks that may seem insignificant but contribute to overall success?
What is the most appropriate word to fill in the blank: Our team spirit is so high that there is never a __________ reaction from the players who aren't chosen to start the game?
What is the most appropriate word to fill in the blank: Our team spirit is so high that there is never a __________ reaction from the players who aren't chosen to start the game?
Which word best completes this sentence: You can view the spectacular Perseid meteor shower, as comet debris __________ through space and enter Earth's atmosphere?
Which word best completes this sentence: You can view the spectacular Perseid meteor shower, as comet debris __________ through space and enter Earth's atmosphere?
What is the correct word to fill in the blank: The principal asked the students not to hang around in front of the houses and other buildings __________ the school?
What is the correct word to fill in the blank: The principal asked the students not to hang around in front of the houses and other buildings __________ the school?
Which term fits best in this context: The administration had no major scandals, but it was also __________ of outstanding accomplishments?
Which term fits best in this context: The administration had no major scandals, but it was also __________ of outstanding accomplishments?
Select the word that best completes the sentence: I am angry not because she criticized me but because she made remarks that were untrue and __________.
Select the word that best completes the sentence: I am angry not because she criticized me but because she made remarks that were untrue and __________.
What word appropriately fills in the blank: Even the most __________ work can be interesting if you regard it as a challenge?
What word appropriately fills in the blank: Even the most __________ work can be interesting if you regard it as a challenge?
In the context of this sentence, which word fits best: Representatives from both nations met to negotiate a __________ to give each side a chance to care for its wounded?
In the context of this sentence, which word fits best: Representatives from both nations met to negotiate a __________ to give each side a chance to care for its wounded?
Choose the most suitable term to complete: If the sights we've seen today are a true __________ of what lies ahead, we're in for some real treats.
Choose the most suitable term to complete: If the sights we've seen today are a true __________ of what lies ahead, we're in for some real treats.
Study Notes
Vocabulary Highlights
- Sullen: Describes a gloomy or morose reaction; high team spirit prevents such attitudes among players not starting a game.
- Hurtle: Refers to moving swiftly or violently; applicable to comet debris during the Perseid meteor shower entering Earth's atmosphere.
- Adjacent to: Indicates proximity; students are advised against lingering near buildings close to the school.
- Barren: Lacking notable achievements; the administration experienced no scandals but also had no significant accomplishments.
- Vicious: Describes harsh or malicious remarks; anger stems from untrue and vicious comments, not constructive criticism.
- Humdrum: Refers to something dull and unexciting; a detective story fails to meet expectations, turning out to be mundane.
- Disrupt: To interfere with or interrupt; minor disagreements should not affect the organization of the club.
- Interrogate: To question thoroughly; initial casual questions evolve into deep interrogation.
- Truce: An agreement to cease hostilities; representatives negotiate a truce to focus on the welfare of the wounded.
- Foretaste: A preview of what is to come; experiences hint at enjoyable future events.
- Dynasty: A line of rulers from the same family; a notable automotive dynasty spans three generations.
- Trickle: A small, steady flow; a prolific music career eventually reduces to a mere trickle.
- Interminable: Endless or seemingly eternal; time seems to drag during tasks that are unenjoyable, like waiting at the dentist.
- Recompense: Compensation or reward for work; it’s important to define adequate recompense for extra hours worked.
- Alighting: Exiting a vehicle or aircraft; passengers are reminded to gather belongings before alighting.
- Renovate: To restore or improve; plans to renovate an old house while preserving its charm.
- Insinuated: Inferred or suggested subtly; newcomers ingratiated themselves into an organization through flattery.
- Germinated: To develop or grow; a seed of an idea thrives in fertile imagination, leading to a solid proposal.
- Trivial: Pertaining to minor details; attention to seemingly trivial instructions is key to job success.
- Hurtled: Thrown or tossed with force; a horse’s stumble sends its rider hurtling to the ground.
- Recompensed: Repaid or rewarded; feeling an adequate recompense with a good grade for hard work.
- Interminable speech: A speech that feels excessively lengthy; a senator's hour-long talk seemed endless.
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Test your understanding of vocabulary with this quiz that challenges you to choose the correct words in various contexts. Gain clarity on the meanings and usage of words like 'sullen', 'hurtle', and 'adjacent to'. Perfect for improving your language skills.
