Word List U

Question 1

Ubiquitous (adj.)

Answer 1

being everywhere; omnipresent. That Christmas “ The Little Drummer Boy” seemed ubiquitous: Justin heard the tune everywhere he went.

Question 2

Ulterior (adj.)

Answer 2

situated beyond; unstated and often questionable. You must have an ulterior motive for your behavior, since there is no obvious reason for it.

Question 3

Ultimate (adj.)

Answer 3

final; not susceptible to further analysis. Scientists are searching for the ultimate truths.

Question 4

Ultimatum (n.)

Answer 4

last demand; warning. Since they have ignored our ultimatum, our only recourse is to declare war.

Question 5

Umbrage (n.)

Answer 5

resentment; anger; sense of injury or insult. She took umbrage at his remarks and stormed away in a huff.