Vocabulary Part III

Question 1

Pissed off (informal)

Question 2

Irate (formal)

Answer 2

Adjective used to describe a person who is very angry or enraged. It implies a high level of anger, often with an intensity that is visibly expressed.

The customer became irate when he discovered that his order had been delayed for the third time, expressing his frustration loudly to the staff.

Question 3

Petrified (formal)

Answer 3

Adjective used to describe being extremely scared or terrified to the point of being unable to move or think clearly.

When she heard the strange noises coming from the basement in the middle of the night, she was petrified with fear, too scared to even check what it was.

Question 4

Scared stiff (informal)

Question 5

Astounded (formal)

Answer 5

Adjective that describes a state of great surprise or shock.

He was astounded by the complexity and beauty of the virtual reality simulation, which far exceeded his expectations in its immersive and detailed environment.

Question 6

Flabbergasted (informal)

Question 7

Fatigued (formal)

Answer 7

Adjective describing a state of extreme tiredness or exhaustion, typically resulting from mental or physical exertion or illness.

After working on the intricate code for hours without a break, the programmer felt deeply fatigued, her mind and body needing rest to recover from the intense concentration.

Question 8

Cream crackered (informal)

Question 9

Facetious

Answer 9

Adjective used to describe speech or behavior that is meant to be humorous or playful, but often inappropriately so. It usually refers to making light of a situation that is serious or considered important by others.

His facetious comment during the meeting was meant to lighten the mood, but it was taken the wrong way by some colleagues who thought the topic was too serious for jokes.

Question 10

Churlish

Answer 10

Adjective used to describe someone who is rude in a mean-spirited and surly way.

It was churlish of him to refuse to acknowledge the contributions of his colleagues, dismissing their efforts with a wave of his hand during the team meeting.

Question 11

Petty

Answer 11

Adjective used to describe something of little importance, often with a negative connotation.

The constant bickering over petty issues in the office created a tense atmosphere, detracting from the more important goals of the team.

Question 12

Wearisome

Answer 12

Adjective that describes something that causes fatigue or boredom, often due to being dull, repetitive, or overly long.

The professor’s wearisome lecture, which droned on for hours with little variation in tone or content, left the students struggling to maintain their concentration.

Question 13

Pertinent

Answer 13

Adjective used to describe something that is relevant or applicable to a particular matter; it is directly related to the topic at hand.

In the research meeting, the professor emphasized the need for data that was pertinent to the study’s main hypothesis, ensuring that the team focused on collecting relevant information.

Question 14

Impertinent

Answer 14

Adjective that describes someone or something as being rude, disrespectful, or overly bold in a way that oversteps the boundaries of polite or appropriate behavior.

The student’s impertinent question, which interrupted the lecturer mid-sentence, was seen as disrespectful by both the professor and the rest of the class.

Question 15

Flimsy

Answer 15

Adjective used to describe something that is light, thin, and lacking in strength or sturdiness. It often implies a poor quality or insufficient strength to withstand normal use or pressure.

The evidence presented in the report was flimsy at best, lacking solid data and convincing analysis to support the conclusions drawn.

Question 16

Puerile

Answer 16

Adjective that describes something that is childishly silly and trivial.

The manager was frustrated with the puerile antics of the team during meetings, which were disrupting productivity and undermining the seriousness of the project.

Question 17

Trite

Answer 17

Adjective used to describe something that is overused and lacks originality or freshness.

The movie relied on trite plot lines and predictable dialogue, leaving the audience feeling like they had seen it all before in numerous other films.

Question 18

Fervent

Answer 18

Adjective that describes a display of passionate intensity.

The researcher’s fervent dedication to her work in artificial intelligence was evident in her tireless pursuit of innovative solutions and breakthroughs.

Question 19

Scathing

Answer 19

Adjective used to describe something that is bitterly and intensely critical. It implies a level of harshness and severity in criticism that can be cutting, damaging, or sharply disapproving.

The reviewer’s scathing critique of the novel was unforgiving, pointing out numerous plot holes and criticizing the lackluster character development.

Question 20

Palatable

Answer 20

It is an adjective with a couple of primary uses. In its most literal sense, it describes food or drink that is pleasant to taste or is agreeable in flavor. In a broader, metaphorical sense, it refers to an idea, proposal, or situation that is acceptable or tolerable to someone.

The compromise reached in the committee was palatable to all parties involved, although it did not fully satisfy any single group’s preferences