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Question 1

The lowest point.

Answer 1

nadir

Question 2

The meteorologist pointed out the day on which the area typically reached its———– of
winter temperatures.

Answer 2

nadir

Question 3

Lazily careless; offhand.

Answer 3

negligent

Question 4

The teacher had to talk to the student about his———– attitude to his schoolwork.

Answer 4

negligent

Question 5

Relating to architecture, literature or music that draws influence from ancient Greek or Roman art and design.

Answer 5

neoclassical

Question 6

In many old cities in Europe, you will find examples of————– architecture

Answer 6

neoclassical

Question 7

A chemical substance released at the end of a nerve fibre.

Answer 7

neurotransmitter

Question 8

A—————– sends an impulse to the next cell.

Answer 8

neurotransmitter

Question 9

Petty, trivial or inconsequential.

Answer 9

niggling

Question 10

The teacher said not to quibble about a————— difference in terminology.

Answer 10

niggling

Question 11

A fine yet strong silky fabric.

Answer 11

ninon

Question 12

The curtains in the stately home were made of————–.

Answer 12

ninon

Question 13

Publicly known in an unfavourable way.

Answer 13

notorious

Question 14

The rapper was————— for his use of profanity.

Answer 14

notorious

Question 15

Easily seen, recognized or understood.

Answer 15

obvious

Question 16

The very tall student was an———– choice for the basketball team.

Answer 16

obvious

Question 17

To serve as a referee or umpire.

Answer 17

officiate

Question 18

The gym teacher was a good choice to———— at the track and field event.

Answer 18

officiate

Question 19

Not able to be seen through.

Answer 19

opaque

Question 20

The bathroom window has————- glass.

Answer 20

opaque