Unit 15

Question 1

Cynical

Answer 1

Adj. inclined to believe the worst of people; bitterly mocking or sneering

Synonyms: skeptical, sarcastic, contemptuous
Antonyms: hopeful, optimistic

Question 2

Despot

Answer 2

N. A ruler who oppresses his or her subjects, a tyrant

Synonyms: dictator, autocrat, strongman

Question 3

Feud

Answer 3

N. A bitter, long-term quarrel
V. To fight or quarrel with

Synonyms: (n.) grudge, vendetta
Antonyms: (n.) pact, agreement, harmony, concord

Question 4

Harmonious

Answer 4

Adj. able to get along together well; combining different elements that blend pleasingly; melodious

Synonyms: agreeable, compatible, tuneful
Antonyms: harsh, grating, discordant

Question 5

Legitimate

Answer 5

Adj. lawful, rightful, reasonable, justifiable

Synonyms: legal, right, proper, genuine
Antonyms: unlawful, illegal, improper, unauthorized

Question 6

Mirth

Answer 6

N. Merry fun, gaiety, laughter

Synonyms: merriment, glee
Antonyms: gloom, sorrow

Question 7

Partial

Answer 7

Adj. not complete; favoring one side over another; showing a strong liking for someone or something

Synonyms: biased, prejudice, fond of
Antonyms: complete, fair, just, unbiased

Question 8

Rite

Answer 8

N. A ceremony; the customary form of a ceremony, any formal custom or practice

Synonyms: observance, liturgy

Question 9

Sagacious

Answer 9

Adj. shrewd; wise in a keen, practical way

Synonyms: smart, astute
Antonyms: silly, ill-advised, dopey

Question 10

Clamor

Answer 10

N. A public outcry; any loud and continued noise
V. To call for by loud, continued cries

Synonyms: (n.) uproar, din, racket (v.) cry out for