soapoperas

Question 1

What does ‘hackneyed’ mean?

Answer 1

Overused

Example: The phrase was so hackneyed that no one took it seriously.

Question 2

What does ‘mundane’ mean?

Answer 2

Dull

Example: His mundane routine left little room for excitement.

Question 3

What does ‘eccentric’ mean?

Answer 3

Unconventional

Example: Her eccentric style made her stand out in the crowd.

Question 4

What does ‘compulsive’ mean?

Answer 4

Driven by an irresistible urge.

Question 5

What does ‘corny’ mean?

Answer 5

Overly sentimental or clichéd.

Question 6

What does ‘atrocious’ mean?

Answer 6

Extremely bad or unpleasant.

Question 7

What does ‘topical’ mean?

Answer 7

Up to date

Example: The discussion was topical and relevant to current events.

Question 8

What does ‘contrived’ mean?

Answer 8

Forced

Example: The plot felt contrived and unrealistic.

Question 9

What does ‘gritty’ mean?

Answer 9

Daring, rough, courageous, unembellished
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Example: The film’s gritty portrayal of life in the city resonated with many viewers.

Question 10

What does ‘off the mark’ mean?

Answer 10

A long way from a target, inaccurate.

Question 11

What does ‘avidly’ mean?

Answer 11

With enthusiasm

Example: She avidly followed the series, never missing an episode.