Week 3

Question 1

Garrulous

Answer 1

Talkative or chatty

Example sentence: She was known for being garrulous and never ran out of things to say.

Question 2

Foment

Answer 2

To instigate or stir up

Example sentence: The group tried to foment a rebellion against the government.

Question 3

Inchoate

Answer 3

Just beginning or not fully formed

Example sentence: The idea was still in its inchoate stage and needed further development.

Question 4

Opine

Answer 4

To express an opinion

Example sentence: He would often opine on political matters during dinner.

Question 5

Postulate

Answer 5

To suggest or assume the existence, fact, or truth of something

Example sentence: The scientist postulated a new theory to explain the phenomenon.

Question 6

Analogous

Answer 6

Similar in some way; comparable

Example sentence: The relationship between the two concepts was analogous to that of a parent and child.

Question 7

Eminent

Answer 7

Well-known and respected, especially in a particular field

Example sentence: She was an eminent scientist who had won numerous awards.

Question 8

Convivial

Answer 8

Friendly, lively, and enjoyable

Example sentence: The party had a convivial atmosphere with everyone laughing and having a good time.

Question 9

Galvanizing

Answer 9

To shock or excite someone into taking action

Example sentence: The speech was galvanizing and inspired the audience to make a change.

Question 10

Ignominious

Answer 10

Deserving or causing public disgrace or shame

Example sentence: His ignominious defeat in the election was a blow to his reputation.