Week 4

Question 1

Bemoan

Answer 1

verb
To express discontent or sorrow over something.
e.g. I often bemoan the lack of chocolate bars in the school vending machines.
synonym: complain, lament
antonym: celebrate, rejoice (in)

Question 2

Misogynist

Answer 2

noun
Someone who hates or is strongly prejudiced against women.
e.g. The troll’s comments about women’s inferiority proved he was a misogynist
synonym: chauvinist
antonym: egalitarian, misandrist

Question 3

Abhor

Answer 3

To hate.
e.g. I abhor the taste and texture of Brussels sprouts.
synonym: hate, loathe, despise, detest
antonym: love, ador

Question 4

Talisman

Answer 4

noun
An object with magical powers to bring good luck.
e.g. In many quest stories, an unlikely hearing must return a talisman to its rightful owner.
synonym: charm, amulet
antonym: (jinx)

Question 5

Placid

Answer 5

adjective
Not easily upset or excited.
e.g. The yoga teachers placid demeanour was soothing to his class.
synonym: calm
antonym: agitated, excitable