Oliver Twist 1

Question 1

obstinate

Answer 1

(adj.) stubbornly refusing to change one’s opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so.

Question 2

acquiesce

Answer 2

(v.) accept something reluctantly but without protest.

Question 3

sanguine

Answer 3

(adj.) optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation.

Question 4

impudent

Answer 4

(adj.) not showing due respect for another person; impertinent.

Question 5

rueful

Answer 5

(adj.) expressing sorrow or regret, especially when in a slightly humorous way.

Question 6

sanguinary

Answer 6

(adj.) involving or causing much bloodshed

Question 7

indignation

Answer 7

(n.) anger or annoyance provoked by what is perceived as unfair treatment.

Question 8

flog

Answer 8

(v.) beat (someone) with a whip or stick as punishment or torture.

(informal, British) sell or offer for sale.

Question 9

flagellation

Answer 9

(n.) flogging or beating, either as a religious discipline or for sexual gratification.

Question 10

sobriquet

Answer 10

(n.) a person’s nickname

Question 11

incorrigible

Answer 11

(adj.) (of a person or their tendencies) not able to be corrected, improved, or reformed:

Question 12

remonstrate

Answer 12

(v.) to say or plead in protest, objection, or disapproval

Question 13

miser

Answer 13

(n.) a person who hoards wealth and spends as little money as possible

Question 14

deference

Answer 14

(n.) humble submission and respect

Question 15

expatiate

Answer 15

(v.) speak or write at length or in detail

Question 16

precept

Answer 16

a general rule intended to regulate behavior or thought

Question 17

entreat

Answer 17

(v.) sk someone earnestly or anxiously to do something

Question 18

languish

Answer 18

(v).
(1) (of a person or other living thing) lose or lack vitality; grow weak or feeble

(2) suffer from being forced to remain in an unpleasant place or situation

Question 19

assent

Answer 19

(n.) the expression of approval or agreement

(v.) express approval or agreement, typically officially

Question 20

saunter

Answer 20

(n.) a leisurely stroll

(v.) walk in a slow, relaxed manner, without hurry or effort

Question 21

capacious

Answer 21

(adj.) having a lot of space inside; roomy

Question 22

promptitude

Answer 22

(n.) the quality of acting quickly and without delay

Question 23

impertinent

Answer 23

(adj.) not showing proper respect; rude

Question 24

unbidden

Answer 24

(adj.) without having been commanded or invited

Question 25

pallid

Answer 25

(adj.) (of a person’s face) pale, typically because of poor health.

Question 26

invalid

Answer 26

(n.) a person made weak or disabled by illness or injury.

Question 27

perspicuity

Answer 27

(n.) the quality of being clear and easy to understand

the ability to think, write, or speak clearly

Question 28

covetous

Answer 28

(adj.) having or showing a great desire to possess something belonging to someone else.

Question 29

prudent

Answer 29

(adj.) acting with or showing care and thought for the future

Question 30

coterie

Answer 30

(n.) a small group of people with shared interests or tastes, especially one that is exclusive of other people.

Question 31

impetuous

Answer 31

(adj.) acting or done quickly and without thought or care.

Question 32

dereliction

Answer 32

(n.)
the state of having been abandoned and become dilapidated.

(sim.) the shameful failure to fulfill one’s obligations.

Question 33

obstinate

Answer 33

(adj.) stubbornly refusing to change one’s opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so.

Question 34

abscond

Answer 34

(v.) leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection of or arrest for an unlawful action such as theft.

Question 35

portent

Answer 35

(v.) a sign or warning that something, especially something momentous or calamitous, is likely to happen.

Question 36

equanimity

Answer 36

(n.) mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.

Question 37

parsimonious

Answer 37

(adj.) unwilling to spend money or use resources; stingy or frugal.

Question 38

zenith

Answer 38

(n.) the time at which something is most powerful or successful.

Question 39

paroxysm

Answer 39

(n.) a sudden attack or violent expression of a particular emotion or activity.

Question 40

rueful

Answer 40

(adj.) expressing sorrow or regret, especially when in a slightly humorous way.

Question 41

infirmity

Answer 41

(n.) physical or mental weakness.

Question 42

privation

Answer 42

(n.) a state in which things that are essential for human well-being such as food and warmth are scarce or lacking.

Question 43

henpecked

Answer 43

(adj.) continually criticized and given orders by one’s wife or female partner (typically used of a man).

Question 44

dogged

Answer 44

(adj.) having or showing tenacity and grim persistence.