Vocabulary Unit 2 Set B

Question 1

Antics

Answer 1

(N. Pl.) Ridiculous and unpredictable actions

The antics of the chimpanzees amused the crowds at the zoo.

Question 2

Banter

Answer 2

(V.) To exchange playful remarks, tease; (N.) talk that is playful and teasing
There is nothing my friends and I enjoy more than to banter good-naturedly for hours.
Casual banter helps to pass the time during a long journey.

Question 3

Detriment

Answer 3

(N.) Harm or loss; injury, damage; a disadvantage; a cause of harm, injury, loss, or damage
The home team survived a six game losing streak with almost no detriment to its standing in the league.

Question 4

Durable

Answer 4

(Adj.) Sturdy, not easily worn out or destroyed; lasting for a long time; (N. Pl.) Consumer goods used repeatedly over a series of years.
Denim is a very durable kind of fabric.
Many people own household durables such as furniture and appliances.

Question 5

Frugal

Answer 5

(Adj.) Economical, avoiding waste and luxury; scanty, poor, meager
At home, we usually prepare frugal but nourishing and delicious meals.

Question 6

Invalidate

Answer 6

(V.) To make valueless, take away all force or effect

Lawyers will try to invalidate the contract.

Question 7

Legendary

Answer 7

(Adj.) Described in well-known stories; existing in old stories (legends) rather than in real life.
Ajax was one of the legendary Greek heroes who fought before the walls of Troy.

Question 8

Maim

Answer 8

(V.) To cripple, disable, injure, mar, disfigure, mutilate

Each year, accidental falls maim thousands of people, some of them for life.

Question 9

Oblique

Answer 9

(Adj.) Slanting or sloping; not straightforward or direct

The boxers oblique blow left his opponent unscathed.

Question 10

Venerate

Answer 10

(V.) To regard with reverence, look up to with great respect

In a number of cultures, it is customary for people to venerate the oldest members of society.