WS 42

Question 1

variable

The weather is highly variable making it difficult to plan the trip.

Answer 1

S: changing, fluctuating, changeable
A: stable, invariable

Question 2

venal

The venal mayor was caught accepting bribes.

Answer 2

S: corruptible, corrupt, crooked
A: ethical, good, honest, noble

Question 3

veteran

Sam is considered a veteran in the field of sales.

Answer 3

S: experienced, skilled, trained
A: unskilled, amateur

Question 4

vex

Lack of money vexes many people.

Answer 4

S: distress, agitate, annoy
A: aid, appease, calm

Question 5

vigilance

The vigilance of the police during emergencies is admirable.

Answer 5

S: carefulness, alertness, caution
A: indifference, neglect

Question 6

vile

Johnny sometimes displays a vile humour which other people don’t like.

Answer 6

S: offensive, horrible, appalling
A: agreeable, attractive, decent

Question 7

vindictive

He is not a vindictive person and tends to forgive people easily

Answer 7

S: hateful, cruel, revengeful
A: compassionate, considerate, gentle

Question 8

vine

The vines I planted in the garden are growing nicely.

Answer 8

S: creeper
A: none

Question 9

virulent

His opponent’s virulent attacks are not effective, as he just ignores them.

Answer 9

S: poisonous, lethal, deadly
A: harmless, healthful, helpful

Question 10

visor

The plastic safety helmet had a transparent visor.

Answer 10

S: bill, brim, screen
A: none

Question 11

vociferous

The boss is a vociferous man who loudly expresses his thoughts.

Answer 11

S: loud, insistent, noisy
A: low, quiet, silent, soft

Question 12

volatile

Firemen are are experts in handling volatile situations during emergencies.

Answer 12

S: explosive, changeable, vapourous
A: certain, constant, definite