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What does ‘abate’ mean?

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To lessen in intensity or degree.

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True or False: ‘Benevolent’ means showing kindness and goodwill.

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True

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Fill in the blank: ‘To _______ is to make something less severe.’

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mitigate

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What is the meaning of ‘candid’?

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Honest and straightforward.

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Multiple Choice: What does ‘diligent’ mean? (A) Lazy (B) Hardworking (C) Careless

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B) Hardworking

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What is the definition of ‘emulate’?

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To imitate or copy, especially with the intent to equal or surpass.

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True or False: ‘Frugal’ means being wasteful with resources.

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False

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Fill in the blank: ‘An _______ is a person who is very skilled or knowledgeable in a particular field.’

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expert

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What does ‘gregarious’ mean?

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Sociable and enjoying the company of others.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a synonym for ‘hasten’? (A) Delay (B) Accelerate (C) Postpone

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B) Accelerate

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What is the meaning of ‘inquisitive’?

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Eager for knowledge; curious.

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True or False: ‘Juxtapose’ means to place things side by side for comparison.

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True

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Fill in the blank: ‘To _______ is to express strong disapproval.’

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condemn

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What does ‘meticulous’ mean?

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Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

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Multiple Choice: What is the opposite of ‘nefarious’? (A) Wicked (B) Honorable (C) Malicious

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B) Honorable

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What is the definition of ‘obscure’?

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Not well known; difficult to understand.

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True or False: ‘Pragmatic’ refers to being theoretical rather than practical.

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False

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Fill in the blank: ‘To _______ is to praise formally or officially.’

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commend

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What does ‘quintessential’ mean?

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Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.

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Multiple Choice: What is a synonym for ‘resilient’? (A) Fragile (B) Tough (C) Weak

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B) Tough

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What is the meaning of ‘sagacious’?

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Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment.

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True or False: ‘Trepidation’ means a feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen.

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True

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Fill in the blank: ‘The _______ of the story is the central idea or message.’

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theme

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What does ‘ubiquitous’ mean?

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Present, appearing, or found everywhere.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following means 'to make amends'? (A) Reconcile (B) Ignore (C) Disregard
A) Reconcile
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What is the definition of 'venerate'?
To regard with great respect.
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True or False: 'Wistful' means having a feeling of vague or regretful longing.
True
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Fill in the blank: 'To _______ is to express an opinion or judgment.'
opine
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What does 'zealous' mean?
Having or showing passion or enthusiasm for a cause.
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Multiple Choice: What is the opposite of 'arduous'? (A) Difficult (B) Easy (C) Challenging
B) Easy
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What is the meaning of 'benevolent'?
Well-meaning and kindly.
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True or False: 'Cacophony' refers to a pleasant sound.
False
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Fill in the blank: 'To _______ is to speak or write at length in a verbose manner.'
expound
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What does 'defer' mean?
To put off or delay.
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Multiple Choice: Which word is synonymous with 'elucidate'? (A) Confuse (B) Clarify (C) Obscure
B) Clarify
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What is the definition of 'fortuitous'?
Happening by accident or chance rather than design.
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True or False: 'Garrulous' describes someone who is quiet and reserved.
False
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Fill in the blank: 'To _______ is to give in to a demand or request.'
acquiesce
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What does 'hubris' mean?
Excessive pride or self-confidence.
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Multiple Choice: What is the meaning of 'insipid'? (A) Flavorful (B) Dull (C) Exciting
B) Dull
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What is the meaning of 'jubilant'?
Feeling or expressing great happiness and triumph.
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True or False: 'Keen' means having a sharp edge or point.
True
43
Fill in the blank: 'To _______ is to strengthen or support.'
bolster
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What does 'laud' mean?
To praise highly, especially in a public context.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a synonym for 'meticulous'? (A) Careless (B) Detailed (C) Hasty
B) Detailed
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What is the definition of 'neophyte'?
A person who is new to a subject, skill, or belief.
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True or False: 'Obdurate' means stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion.
True
48
Fill in the blank: 'To _______ is to take back or withdraw a statement or belief.'
recant
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What does 'paradox' mean?
A statement that contradicts itself but may nonetheless be true.
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Multiple Choice: What is the opposite of 'quell'? (A) Suppress (B) Encourage (C) Control
B) Encourage
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What is the meaning of 'reclusive'?
Avoiding the company of other people; solitary.
52
True or False: 'Sycophant' refers to someone who is overly flattering or ingratiating.
True
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Fill in the blank: 'To _______ is to make something better or improve.'
ameliorate
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What does 'tangible' mean?
Perceptible by touch; clear and definite.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following means 'to criticize severely'? (A) Praise (B) Rebuke (C) Commend
B) Rebuke
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What is the definition of 'ubiquity'?
The state of being everywhere at once; omnipresence.
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True or False: 'Vicarious' means experienced in the imagination through the feelings or actions of another person.
True
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Fill in the blank: 'To _______ is to show excessive fondness or affection.'
dote
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What does 'wary' mean?
Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems.
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Multiple Choice: What is a synonym for 'zephyr'? (A) Storm (B) Breeze (C) Gale
B) Breeze
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What is the meaning of 'anomaly'?
Something that deviates from what is standard or expected.
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True or False: 'Brevity' refers to the quality of being brief or concise.
True
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Fill in the blank: 'To _______ is to make something clear or easy to understand.'
clarify
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What does 'cogent' mean?
Clear, logical, and convincing.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following means 'to make an effort'? (A) Strive (B) Relax (C) Ignore
A) Strive
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What is the definition of 'disparage'?
To regard or represent as being of little worth.
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True or False: 'Eloquent' means fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.
True
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Fill in the blank: 'To _______ is to take a risk or expose to danger.'
venture
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What does 'fortitude' mean?
Courage in pain or adversity.
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Multiple Choice: What is a synonym for 'garrulous'? (A) Silent (B) Talkative (C) Reserved
B) Talkative
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What is the meaning of 'humility'?
A modest or low view of one's own importance.
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True or False: 'Imminent' means about to happen.
True
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Fill in the blank: 'To _______ is to express sorrow or regret for something.'
lament
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What does 'juxtaposition' mean?
The fact of two things being seen or placed close together for contrasting effect.
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Multiple Choice: What is the opposite of 'kinetic'? (A) Moving (B) Static (C) Energetic
B) Static
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What is the definition of 'loquacious'?
Tending to talk a great deal; talkative.
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True or False: 'Mundane' refers to something exciting and extraordinary.
False
78
Fill in the blank: 'To _______ is to make a false statement about someone.'
defame
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What does 'nurture' mean?
To care for and encourage the growth or development of someone or something.
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Multiple Choice: Which word means 'to disprove'? (A) Confirm (B) Refute (C) Support
B) Refute
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What is the meaning of 'opulent'?
Rich and luxurious or lavish.
82
True or False: 'Pristine' means in its original condition; unspoiled.
True
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Fill in the blank: 'To _______ is to make something stronger or more intense.'
intensify
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What does 'quixotic' mean?
Exceedingly idealistic; unrealistic and impractical.
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Multiple Choice: What is a synonym for 'rancor'? (A) Bitterness (B) Joy (C) Happiness
A) Bitterness
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What is the definition of 'spurious'?
Not being what it purports to be; false or fake.
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True or False: 'Tangible' means something that can be touched or felt.
True
88
Fill in the blank: 'To _______ is to speak in favor of something.'
advocate
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What does 'venerate' mean?
To regard with great respect.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following means 'to delay'? (A) Postpone (B) Accelerate (C) Advance
A) Postpone
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What is the meaning of 'wary'?
Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems.
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True or False: 'Zephyr' refers to a strong wind.
False

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