Vocab Part 5

Question 1

Facile

Answer 1

(Especially of a theory or argument) appearing neat and comprehensive only by ignoring the true complexities of an issue; superficial.

Question 2

Pedantic

Answer 2

Of or like a pendant.

Question 3

Bovine

Answer 3

Relating to or affecting cattle.

Question 4

Rapscallion

Answer 4

A mischievous person.

Question 5

Deluded

Answer 5

Believing something that is not true.

Question 6

Cognizant

Answer 6

Having knowledge or being aware of.

Question 7

Consternation

Answer 7

Feelings of anxiety or dismay, typically at something unexpected.

Question 8

Felicity

Answer 8

Intense happiness.

Question 9

Incredulity

Answer 9

The state of being unwilling or unable to believe something.

Question 10

Tenuous

Answer 10

Very weak or slight.

Question 11

Opportune

Answer 11

(Of a time) well-chosen or particularly favorable or appropriate.

Question 12

Lugubrious

Answer 12

Looking or sounding sad and dismal.

Question 13

Demure

Answer 13

(Of a woman or her behavior) reserved, modest, and shy.

Question 14

Raucous

Answer 14

Making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise.

Question 15

Derisive

Answer 15

Expressing contempt or ridicule.

Question 16

Perfidious

Answer 16

Deceitful and untrustworthy.

Question 17

Blustery

Answer 17

(Of weather or a period of time) characterized by strong winds.

Question 18

Tempestuous

Answer 18

Characterized by strong and turbulent or conflicting emotion.

Question 19

Accrue

Answer 19

(Of sums of money or benefits) be received by someone in regular or increasing amounts over time.

Question 20

Combobulated

Answer 20

To put together in a somewhat mysterious manner. To bring something out of a state of confusion or disarray. To manufacture by some unusual or novel means. Antonym: discombobulate.

Question 21

Vapid

Answer 21

Offering nothing that is stimulating or challenging.

Question 22

Loquacious

Answer 22

Tending to talk a great deal; talkative