Vocab J

Question 1

Jettison

Answer 1

To discard; to get rid of as unnecessary or encumbering
The sinking ship JETTISONED its cargo in a desperate attempt to reduce its weight.
Synonyms:
DUMP. EJECT.

Question 2

Jargon

Answer 2

Nonsensical talk; specialized language
You need to master technical JARGON in order to communicate successfully with engineers.
Synonyms:
ARGOT. CANT. DIALECT. IDIOM. SLANG.

Question 3

Jingoism

Answer 3

Belligerent support of one’s country
The professor’s JINGOISM made it difficult for the students to participate in an open political discussion.
Synonyms:
CHAUVINISM. NATIONALISM.

Question 4

Jocular

Answer 4

Playful; humorous
The JOCULAR old man entertained his grandchildren for hours.
Synonyms:
AMUSING. COMICAL.

Question 5

Judicious

Answer 5

Sensible; showing good judgment
The wise and distinguished judge was well known for having a JUDICIOUS temperament.
Synonyms:
CIRCUMSPECT. PRUDENT. SAGACIOUS. SAPIENT.