Unit 13

Question 1

Blurt

Answer 1

V. To say suddenly or without thinking

Synonyms: blab, let slip

Question 2

Chronological

Answer 2

Adj. arranged in order of time of occurrence

Synonyms: in time sequence, consecutive

Question 3

Fluctuate

Answer 3

V. To change continually; to move up and down

Synonyms: waver, seesaw, oscillate
Antonyms: stay put, remain, unchanged

Question 4

Grovel

Answer 4

V. To humble oneself, act in a fearful and servile way, to lie face downward; in indulge in something base or unworthy

Synonyms: crouch, cringe, wallow

Question 5

Magnitude

Answer 5

N. The great size or importance of something

Synonyms: extent, immensity
Antonyms: smallness, unimportance, insignificance

Question 6

Massive

Answer 6

Adj. large and heavy; great in size or scope

Synonyms: bulky, immense
Antonyms: flimsy, frail, thin

Question 7

Revere

Answer 7

V. To love and respect deeply, honor greatly

Synonyms: esteem, cherish
Antonyms: scorn, disdain, mock

Question 8

Saga

Answer 8

N. A narrative of heroic exploits; a long, detailed account

Synonyms: heroic tale, epic, chronicle

Question 9

Stodgy

Answer 9

Adj. dull, boring; old-fashioned, hidebound, lumpy, thick

Synonyms: stuffy, tiresome, blah
Antonyms: forward-looking, avant-garde, progressive

Question 10

Agitate

Answer 10

N. A violent stirring or movement; noisy confusion, excitement; a stirring up of public enthusiasm

Synonyms: disquiet, uneasiness, upset
Antonyms: peace of mind, composure, clam