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Question 1

What does the word ‘meticulous’ mean?

Answer 1

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

Question 2

Fill in the blank: A person who is ‘gregarious’ is known for being ______.

Answer 2

Sociable and enjoying the company of others.

Question 3

True or False: The word ‘quintessential’ refers to something that is the most perfect example of a quality.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

What is a synonym for ‘benevolent’?

Answer 4

Kind-hearted or charitable.

Question 5

Multiple Choice: What does ‘ubiquitous’ mean? A) Rare B) Present everywhere C) Hidden D) Uncommon

Answer 5

B) Present everywhere

Question 6

What is the antonym of ‘diligent’?

Answer 6

Lazy or negligent.

Question 7

True or False: The word ‘arduous’ means something that is easy to accomplish.

Answer 7

False

Question 8

Fill in the blank: A ‘candid’ conversation is one that is ______.

Answer 8

Honest and straightforward.

Question 9

What does ‘resilient’ refer to?

Answer 9

The ability to recover quickly from difficulties.

Question 10

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a synonym for ‘ephemeral’? A) Lasting B) Temporary C) Eternal D) Durable

Answer 10

B) Temporary

Question 11

What is the meaning of ‘altruistic’?

Answer 11

Showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others.

Question 12

True or False: ‘Pragmatic’ means dealing with things sensibly and realistically.

Answer 12

True

Question 13

Fill in the blank: Someone who is ‘insipid’ is lacking in ______.

Answer 13

Flavor or interest; dull.

Question 14

What does ‘metamorphosis’ refer to?

Answer 14

A transformation or change in form.

Question 15

Multiple Choice: What does ‘cognizant’ mean? A) Ignorant B) Aware C) Confused D) Disinterested

Answer 15

B) Aware

Question 16

What is a synonym for ‘loquacious’?

Answer 16

Talkative.

Question 17

True or False: ‘Sycophant’ refers to someone who is critical or disparaging.

Answer 17

False

Question 18

Fill in the blank: ‘Acrimonious’ describes a situation that is ______.

Answer 18

Angry and bitter.

Question 19

What does ‘paradigm’ mean?

Answer 19

A typical example or pattern of something; a model.

Question 20

Multiple Choice: Which word means ‘to make amends’? A) Exacerbate B) Atone C) Obliterate D) Deter

Answer 20

B) Atone

Question 21

What is the antonym of ‘pensive’?

Answer 21

Unthinking or carefree.

Question 22

True or False: The word ‘superfluous’ means unnecessary or excessive.

Answer 22

True

Question 23

Fill in the blank: An ‘ardent’ supporter is someone who is ______.

Answer 23

Very passionate or enthusiastic.

Question 24

What does ‘conundrum’ refer to?

Answer 24

A confusing and difficult problem or question.

Question 25

Multiple Choice: What does 'cacophony' mean? A) Harmony B) Noise C) Silence D) Melody

Answer 25

B) Noise

Question 26

What is a synonym for 'tenacious'?

Answer 26

Persistent or determined.

Question 27

What does 'ubiquitous' mean?

Answer 27

Present, appearing, or found everywhere.

Question 28

True or False: 'Ephemeral' means lasting for a very short time.

Answer 28

True

Question 29

Fill in the blank: 'The author's tone was _____, reflecting his disdain for the subject.'

Answer 29

contemptuous

Question 30

What is the meaning of 'meticulous'?

Answer 30

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

Question 31

Multiple Choice: What does 'candid' mean? A) Secretive B) Honest C) Deceptive D) Ambiguous

Answer 31

B) Honest

Question 32

What is a synonym for 'benevolent'?

Answer 32

Kind-hearted

Question 33

True or False: 'Ambiguous' means clear and easy to understand.

Answer 33

False

Question 34

Fill in the blank: 'His _____ attitude made it difficult for others to work with him.'

Answer 34

belligerent

Question 35

What does 'pragmatic' refer to?

Answer 35

Dealing with things sensibly and realistically.

Question 36

Multiple Choice: Which of the following means 'to mourn'? A) Celebrate B) Grieve C) Ignore D) Enjoy

Answer 36

B) Grieve

Question 37

What is the meaning of 'sophisticated'?

Answer 37

Highly developed, complex, or refined.

Question 38

True or False: 'Nostalgia' refers to a feeling of happiness about the present.

Answer 38

False

Question 39

Fill in the blank: 'The scientist's _____ approach led to groundbreaking discoveries.'

Answer 39

innovative

Question 40

What does 'quintessential' mean?

Answer 40

Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.

Question 41

Multiple Choice: What does 'tenacious' mean? A) Weak B) Determined C) Indifferent D) Hesitant

Answer 41

B) Determined

Question 42

What is a synonym for 'cogent'?

Answer 42

Convincing

Question 43

True or False: 'Altruistic' means self-centered.

Answer 43

False

Question 44

Fill in the blank: 'The politician's speech was filled with _____ promises.'

Answer 44

vacuous

Question 45

What does 'metaphorical' refer to?

Answer 45

Relating to or using metaphors.

Question 46

Multiple Choice: Which of the following means 'to increase'? A) Diminish B) Amplify C) Reduce D) Suppress

Answer 46

B) Amplify

Question 47

What is the meaning of 'idiosyncratic'?

Answer 47

Peculiar or individual.

Question 48

True or False: 'Convoluted' means straightforward.

Answer 48

False

Question 49

Fill in the blank: 'The _____ nature of the problem required deep analysis.'

Answer 49

intricate

Question 50

What does 'resilient' mean?

Answer 50

Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.

Question 51

Multiple Choice: What does 'emulate' mean? A) To imitate B) To ignore C) To destroy D) To simplify

Answer 51

A) To imitate

Question 52

What is a synonym for 'pensive'?

Answer 52

Reflective

Question 53

True or False: 'Intransigent' means flexible and willing to compromise.

Answer 53

False

Question 54

Fill in the blank: 'Her _____ remarks were often misunderstood.'

Answer 54

acerbic

Question 55

What does 'cursory' mean?

Answer 55

Hasty and therefore not thorough or detailed.

Question 56

Multiple Choice: Which of the following means 'to clarify'? A) Obfuscate B) Illuminate C) Confuse D) Conceal

Answer 56

B) Illuminate

Question 57

What is the meaning of 'disparage'?

Answer 57

To regard or represent as being of little worth.

Question 58

True or False: 'Prolific' means producing a large number of works or results.

Answer 58

True

Question 59

Fill in the blank: 'His _____ perspective helped him solve the complex issue.'

Answer 59

holistic

Question 60

What does 'euphoria' refer to?

Answer 60

A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness.

Question 61

Multiple Choice: What does 'succinct' mean? A) Lengthy B) Clear and concise C) Vague D) Complicated

Answer 61

B) Clear and concise

Question 62

What is a synonym for 'meticulous'?

Answer 62

Diligent

Question 63

True or False: 'Equanimity' refers to a state of emotional instability.

Answer 63

False

Question 64

Fill in the blank: 'The _____ of the situation left everyone in shock.'

Answer 64

gravity

Question 65

What does 'anecdotal' mean?

Answer 65

Based on personal accounts rather than facts or research.

Question 66

Multiple Choice: What does 'exacerbate' mean? A) To alleviate B) To worsen C) To stabilize D) To clarify

Answer 66

B) To worsen

Question 67

What is the meaning of 'nefarious'?

Answer 67

Wicked or criminal.

Question 68

True or False: 'Sycophant' refers to someone who flatters others for personal gain.

Answer 68

True

Question 69

Fill in the blank: 'Her _____ remarks often led to misunderstandings.'

Answer 69

caustic

Question 70

What does 'cogent' mean?

Answer 70

Clear, logical, and convincing.

Question 71

Multiple Choice: Which of the following means 'to support'? A) Undermine B) Bolster C) Diminish D) Oppose

Answer 71

B) Bolster

Question 72

What is a synonym for 'paradox'?

Answer 72

Contradiction

Question 73

True or False: 'Benevolent' describes someone who is charitable and kind.

Answer 73

True

Question 74

Fill in the blank: 'The _____ nature of the novel captivated readers.'

Answer 74

intriguing

Question 75

What does 'alleviate' mean?

Answer 75

To make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe.

Question 76

Multiple Choice: What does 'imminent' mean? A) Likely to happen soon B) Far away C) Uncertain D) Unlikely

Answer 76

A) Likely to happen soon

Question 77

What is the meaning of 'idyllic'?

Answer 77

Like an idyll; extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque.

Question 78

True or False: 'Dichotomy' refers to a division into two contrasting parts.

Answer 78

True

Question 79

Fill in the blank: 'The scientist's _____ findings were widely accepted.'

Answer 79

empirical

Question 80

What does 'obfuscate' mean?

Answer 80

To deliberately make something unclear or difficult to understand.

Question 81

Multiple Choice: Which of the following means 'to criticize'? A) Praise B) Censure C) Support D) Encourage

Answer 81

B) Censure

Question 82

What is a synonym for 'ephemeral'?

Answer 82

Transitory

Question 83

True or False: 'Voracious' means having a strong desire for something, especially food.

Answer 83

True

Question 84

Fill in the blank: 'Her _____ attitude made her a great leader.'

Answer 84

charismatic

Question 85

What does 'insidious' mean?

Answer 85

Proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with harmful effects.

Question 86

Multiple Choice: What does 'taciturn' mean? A) Talkative B) Reserved C) Energetic D) Friendly

Answer 86

B) Reserved

Question 87

What is the meaning of 'sanguine'?

Answer 87

Optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation.

Question 88

True or False: 'Lethargic' means energetic and lively.

Answer 88

False

Question 89

Fill in the blank: 'The _____ of the evidence led to a quick resolution.'

Answer 89

clarity

Question 90

What does 'perfunctory' mean?

Answer 90

Carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection.

Question 91

Multiple Choice: Which of the following means 'to enhance'? A) Diminish B) Augment C) Reduce D) Undermine

Answer 91

B) Augment

Question 92

What is a synonym for 'ubiquitous'?

Answer 92

Omnipresent

Question 93

True or False: 'Apathy' refers to a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

Answer 93

True

Question 94

Fill in the blank: 'His _____ remarks were often taken the wrong way.'

Answer 94

sarcastic

Question 95

What does 'tremulous' mean?

Answer 95

Shaking or quivering slightly.

Question 96

Multiple Choice: What does 'inundate' mean? A) To flood B) To dry C) To ignore D) To simplify

Answer 96

A) To flood

Question 97

What is the meaning of 'cursory'?

Answer 97

Hasty and therefore not thorough or detailed.

Question 98

True or False: 'Frivolous' means having serious value.

Answer 98

False

Question 99

Fill in the blank: 'The _____ nature of the debate made it hard to follow.'

Answer 99

arcane