Word of the Week

Question 1

Wistful (adjective)

Answer 1

Characterized by melancholy, longing, or wishful yearning,

E.x. As the car pulled out of driveway for the final time, he gazed back at his childood home with a wistful look in his eyes.

Question 2

Austere (adj)

Answer 2

Severe in manner or appearance;

Uncompromising, strict, forbidding; self-disciplined;

Sober, solemn, serious;

Without excess, luxury or ease; simple

Eg. The old farmhouse was austere and unwelcoming

Question 3

Caustic (adj)

Answer 3

Capable of burning or corroding living tissue
Severely critical or sarcastic
Biting; bitter; scathing

Eg. I was deeply hurt by his caustic remarks

Question 4

Vehement (adj)

Answer 4

• Zealous; ardent; impassioned
• Strongly emotional or intense
• Great energy or exertion
  Eg. Despite vehement protests from the coaches and players, the ref stood by his call