Vocabulary

Question 1

Vivacious

Answer 1

Lively and animated. Full of energy. Cheerful, outgoing.

Question 2

Illicit

Answer 2

Forbidden by laws, rules, or custom. Illegal.

Question 3

Vicariously

Answer 3

In a way that is experienced in the imagination through the actions of another person.

Question 4

Restrained

Answer 4

Characterized by reserve or moderation; kept under control. Immobilized.

Question 5

Matronly

Answer 5

Showing a mature composed manner. Worthy of respect.

Question 6

Pallid

Answer 6

Pale, typically because of poor health.

Question 7

Reticent

Answer 7

Not revealing one’s thoughts or feelings readily. Reserved, shy.

Question 8

Spawned

Answer 8

Produce (offspring).

Question 9

Undulating

Answer 9

Move with a smooth wavelike motion. Ripple, flow.

Question 10

Anguish

Answer 10

Severe mental or physical pain or suffering. Agony, pain.

Question 11

Didactic

Answer 11

Intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive. Instructive, educational.

Question 12

Vehement

Answer 12

Showing strong feeling; forceful, passionate, or intense. Passionate.

Question 13

Incredulous

Answer 13

Unwilling or unable to believe something. Dubious, skeptical.

Question 14

Impetuous

Answer 14

Acting or done quickly and without thought or care. Careless, reckless, impulsive.

Question 15

Nonchalant

Answer 15

Feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm. Unconcerned, calm, composed.

Question 16

Disparaging

Answer 16

Expressing the opinion that something is of little worth; derogatory. Belittle, make light of.

Question 17

Contemptuous

Answer 17

Showing contempt (the feeling that a person or a thing is beneath consideration, worthless, or deserving scorn), scornful, disdainful.

Question 18

Facetious

Answer 18

Treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor. Flippant, playful.

Question 19

Ardent

Answer 19

Enthusiastic or passionate. Passionate, enthusiastic, eager.

Question 20

Insolent

Answer 20

Showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect. Rude, ill-mannered.

Question 21

Reverent

Answer 21

Feeling or showing deep and solemn respect. Respectful, devoted.

Question 22

Altruistic

Answer 22

Showing a disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish. Charitable, generous.

Question 23

Emulate

Answer 23

Match or surpass (a person or achievement), typically by imitation. Imitate.

Question 24

Flippant

Answer 24

Not showing a serious or respectful attitude. Frivolous, facetious.

Question 25

Haughty

Answer 25

Arrogantly superior and disdainful. Showing an attitude of superiority. Proud, arrogant, vain.

Question 26

Lenient

Answer 26

Not harsh or severe. Permissive, merciful, or tolerant.

Question 27

Nullify

Answer 27

Make of no use or value; cancel out. To deprive something of value or effectiveness. Make futile. Abolish.

Question 28

Petulance

Answer 28

The quality of being childishly sulky or bad-tempered. Bitter, irritated, distemper.

Question 29

Resolute

Answer 29

Admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering. Determined, firm, purposeful.

Question 30

Sardonic

Answer 30

Grimly mocking or cynical. Showing little respect in a humorous but unkind way.

Question 31

Stalwart

Answer 31

Loyal, reliable, and hardworking. Strong. Devoted, faithful.

Question 32

Transient

Answer 32

Lasting only for a short time; impermanent. Transitory, temporary.

Question 33

Wistful

Answer 33

Having or showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing. Nostalgic, yearning.

Question 34

Jubilant

Answer 34

Feeling or expressing great happiness and triumph. Overjoyed, exultant.

Question 35

Trepidation

Answer 35

A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen. Fear, apprehension.