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What does ‘abate’ mean?

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To lessen in intensity or degree.

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True or False: ‘aberrant’ refers to something that is normal or typical.

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False

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Fill in the blank: ‘To _____ means to formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief.’

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abjure

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What is the definition of ‘abrogate’?

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To abolish or annul by authority.

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Multiple Choice: What does ‘abstruse’ mean? A) Easy to understand B) Difficult to understand C) Common D) Unusual

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B) Difficult to understand

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What is the meaning of ‘acumen’?

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The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions.

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True or False: ‘admonish’ means to praise someone.

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False

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Fill in the blank: ‘An _____ is a person who is a supporter of a particular cause or group.’

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advocate

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What does ‘aegis’ refer to?

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Protection or support.

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Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘to make something more attractive’? A) Adorn B) Abhor C) Allure D) Abate

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A) Adorn

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What is the definition of ‘alacrity’?

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Brisk and cheerful readiness.

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True or False: ‘alleviate’ means to worsen a problem.

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False

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Fill in the blank: ‘To _____ is to make something less severe or more bearable.’

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alleviate

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What does ‘ameliorate’ mean?

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To make something better or improve.

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Multiple Choice: What does ‘anachronism’ refer to? A) A historical inaccuracy B) A type of literature C) A legal term D) A medical condition

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A) A historical inaccuracy

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What is the meaning of ‘anathema’?

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Something or someone that one vehemently dislikes.

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True or False: ‘antipathy’ indicates a strong feeling of dislike.

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True

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Fill in the blank: ‘To _____ is to speak or write about something in a way that is not serious.’

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banter

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What does ‘apathy’ mean?

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Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

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Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘to make a serious or urgent request’? A) Appeal B) Applaud C) Apprise D) Apologize

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A) Appeal

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What is the definition of ‘arcane’?

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Understood by few; mysterious or secret.

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True or False: ‘arduous’ means requiring a lot of effort.

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True

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Fill in the blank: ‘An _____ is a person who is enthusiastic and knowledgeable about a subject.’

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aficionado

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What does ‘articulate’ mean?

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Able to express thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively.

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Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘to make less severe or intense’? A) Aggravate B) Alleviate C) Abate D) Accentuate

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B) Alleviate

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What is the meaning of ‘ascetic’?

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Characterized by severe self-discipline and abstention from indulgence.

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True or False: ‘assiduous’ means showing great care and perseverance.

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True

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Fill in the blank: ‘The _____ of the situation was evident to everyone present.’

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absurdity

29
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What does ‘ascribe’ mean?

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To attribute something to a cause or source.

30
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Multiple Choice: What does ‘auspicious’ mean? A) Unfavorable B) Conducive to success C) Uncertain D) Dangerous

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B) Conducive to success

31
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What is the definition of ‘avow’?

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To declare or affirm openly.

32
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True or False: ‘abstruse’ is a synonym for easy.

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False

33
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Fill in the blank: ‘To _____ means to violate or break a law or command.’

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transgress

34
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What does ‘adroit’ mean?

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Skillful and adept under pressure.

35
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Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘to lessen the intensity of’? A) Amass B) Abate C) Accumulate D) Augment

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B) Abate

36
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What is the meaning of ‘austere’?

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Severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance.

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True or False: ‘aversion’ means a strong dislike.

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True

38
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Fill in the blank: ‘To _____ is to express approval or praise.’

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acclaim

39
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What does ‘abstruse’ mean?

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Difficult to understand; obscure.

40
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Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘to give a false impression of’? A) Appear B) Avert C) Affect D) Abate

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C) Affect

41
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What is the definition of ‘antithesis’?

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A person or thing that is the direct opposite of someone or something else.

42
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True or False: ‘ardent’ means having intense feelings or passion.

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True

43
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Fill in the blank: ‘An _____ is a person who is not easily excited or upset.’

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apathetic

44
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What does ‘abjure’ mean?

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To renounce a belief or cause.

45
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Multiple Choice: What does ‘arbitrary’ mean? A) Based on random choice B) Planned and structured C) Logical D) Necessary

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A) Based on random choice

46
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What is the meaning of ‘adulation’?

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Excessive admiration or praise.

47
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True or False: ‘adverse’ means favorable or beneficial.

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False

48
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Fill in the blank: ‘To _____ is to make something worse or more severe.’

A

aggravate

49
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What does ‘aggregate’ mean?

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A whole formed by combining several elements.

50
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Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘to give an authoritative order’? A) Admonish B) Appoint C) Ascertain D) Accede

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B) Appoint

51
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What is the definition of ‘anomaly’?

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Something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected.

52
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True or False: ‘apocryphal’ means of doubtful authenticity.

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True

53
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Fill in the blank: ‘To _____ is to speak or write about something in detail.’

A

expound

54
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What does ‘antipodal’ mean?

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Situated on opposite sides of the earth.

55
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Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘to make something less severe’? A) Aggravate B) Alleviate C) Amplify D) Augment

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B) Alleviate

56
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What is the meaning of ‘abate’?

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To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity.

57
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True or False: ‘acquiesce’ means to accept something reluctantly but without protest.

A

True

58
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Fill in the blank: ‘An _____ is a person who is deeply interested in a particular subject or activity.’

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aficionado

59
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What does ‘abject’ mean?

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Extremely bad, unpleasant, and degrading.

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Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘to make a request earnestly’? A) Appeal B) Applaud C) Apprise D) Apologize

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A) Appeal

61
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What is the definition of ‘arcane’?

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Known or understood by very few; mysterious.

62
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True or False: ‘arbitrary’ means based on random choice or personal whim.

A

True

63
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Fill in the blank: ‘To _____ is to regard as being caused by someone or something.’

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attribute

64
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What does ‘ascertain’ mean?

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To find out or learn with certainty.

65
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Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘having a pleasing appearance’? A) Attractive B) Adverse C) Abhorrent D) Abstruse

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A) Attractive

66
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What is the meaning of ‘ambiguous’?

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Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.

67
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True or False: ‘affable’ means friendly and easy to talk to.

A

True

68
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Fill in the blank: ‘To _____ is to make an effort to understand or learn something.’

A

assimilate

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