4th Grade vocab

Question 1

What does the word ‘benevolent’ mean?

Answer 1

Kind and generous.

Question 2

True or False: ‘Eloquent’ means being able to express ideas clearly and effectively.

Answer 2

True.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: A ‘dilemma’ is a situation where a person must choose between two _____.

Answer 3

difficult options.

Question 4

What is the definition of ‘meticulous’?

Answer 4

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

Question 5

Choose the correct synonym for ‘chaotic’: A) Ordered B) Disorganized C) Calm

Answer 5

B) Disorganized.

Question 6

What does ‘innovative’ mean?

Answer 6

Introducing new ideas or methods.

Question 7

True or False: The word ‘ambitious’ refers to someone who is lazy and unmotivated.

Answer 7

False.

Question 8

Fill in the blank: To ‘analyze’ means to examine something _____.

Answer 8

in detail.

Question 9

What is the meaning of ‘perseverance’?

Answer 9

Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.

Question 10

Choose the antonym for ‘optimistic’: A) Hopeful B) Pessimistic C) Cheerful

Answer 10

B) Pessimistic.

Question 11

What does ‘collaborate’ mean?

Answer 11

To work together with others to achieve a common goal.

Question 12

True or False: ‘Fragile’ means strong and durable.

Answer 12

False.

Question 13

Fill in the blank: A ‘visionary’ is someone who has a strong _____ for the future.

Answer 13

imagination.

Question 14

What is the definition of ‘reliable’?

Answer 14

Consistently good in quality or performance; able to be trusted.

Question 15

Choose the correct synonym for ‘courageous’: A) Fearful B) Brave C) Timid

Answer 15

B) Brave.

Question 16

What does ‘articulate’ mean?

Answer 16

Able to express thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively.

Question 17

True or False: ‘Benevolent’ can describe someone who is mean.

Answer 17

False.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: A ‘prodigy’ is a young person with exceptional _____.

Answer 18

talent.

Question 19

What is the meaning of ‘sustainable’?

Answer 19

Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level; avoiding depletion of resources.

Question 20

Choose the antonym for ‘abstract’: A) Concrete B) Theoretical C) Conceptual

Answer 20

A) Concrete.

Question 21

What does ‘diligent’ mean?

Answer 21

Having or showing care and conscientiousness in one’s work or duties.

Question 22

True or False: ‘Impartial’ means biased or prejudiced.

Answer 22

False.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: To ‘facilitate’ means to make a process _____.

Answer 23

easier.

Question 24

What is the definition of ‘intricate’?

Answer 24

Very detailed or complicated.

Question 25

Choose the correct synonym for 'vivid': A) Dull B) Bright C) Faint

Answer 25

B) Bright.

Question 26

What does 'tenacious' mean?

Answer 26

Holding firm to a purpose or course of action; persistent.

Question 27

True or False: 'Frugal' means spending money freely.

Answer 27

False.

Question 28

Fill in the blank: A 'mentor' is someone who provides _____.

Answer 28

guidance.

Question 29

What is the meaning of 'transformative'?

Answer 29

Causing a marked change in someone or something.

Question 30

Choose the antonym for 'superficial': A) Deep B) Shallow C) Surface-level

Answer 30

A) Deep.

Question 31

What does 'authentic' mean?

Answer 31

Genuine and true; not false or copied.

Question 32

True or False: 'Cursory' means done with great attention to detail.

Answer 32

False.

Question 33

Fill in the blank: To 'exemplify' means to serve as a _____.

Answer 33

typical example.

Question 34

What is the definition of 'resilient'?

Answer 34

Able to recover quickly from difficulties; tough.

Question 35

Choose the correct synonym for 'unprecedented': A) Common B) Unusual C) Typical

Answer 35

B) Unusual.

Question 36

What does 'metaphor' mean?

Answer 36

A figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn't literally true.

Question 37

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

Answer 37

True.

Question 38

Fill in the blank: A 'paradox' is a statement that seems ____ but may actually be true.

Answer 38

contradictory.

Question 39

What is the meaning of 'cognitive'?

Answer 39

Relating to the mental processes of perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning.

Question 40

Choose the antonym for 'coherent': A) Logical B) Confused C) Clear

Answer 40

B) Confused.

Question 41

What does 'compassionate' mean?

Answer 41

Feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others.

Question 42

True or False: 'Apathy' means having a strong interest or concern.

Answer 42

False.

Question 43

Fill in the blank: To 'contribute' means to give something, such as _____.

Answer 43

money, time, or effort.

Question 44

What is the definition of 'metaphysical'?

Answer 44

Relating to the abstract or theoretical; beyond the physical.

Question 45

Choose the correct synonym for 'elaborate': A) Simple B) Detailed C) Basic

Answer 45

B) Detailed.

Question 46

What does 'nostalgic' mean?

Answer 46

Feeling a sentimental longing for the past.

Question 47

True or False: 'Indifferent' means having a strong opinion.

Answer 47

False.

Question 48

Fill in the blank: A 'hypothesis' is a proposed _____.

Answer 48

explanation.

Question 49

What is the meaning of 'proficient'?

Answer 49

Competent or skilled in doing or using something.

Question 50

Choose the antonym for 'vigilant': A) Alert B) Unaware C) Attentive

Answer 50

B) Unaware.

Question 51

What does 'artificial' mean?

Answer 51

Made or produced by human beings rather than occurring naturally.

Question 52

True or False: 'Innovative' refers to something that is outdated.

Answer 52

False.

Question 53

Fill in the blank: To 'navigate' means to find one's way _____.

Answer 53

through a route.

Question 54

What is the definition of 'pragmatic'?

Answer 54

Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations.

Question 55

Choose the correct synonym for 'profound': A) Shallow B) Deep C) Superficial

Answer 55

B) Deep.

Question 56

What does 'candid' mean?

Answer 56

Truthful and straightforward; frank.

Question 57

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

Answer 57

False.

Question 58

Fill in the blank: A 'conundrum' is a confusing or difficult _____.

Answer 58

problem.

Question 59

What is the meaning of 'synthesize'?

Answer 59

To combine a number of things into a coherent whole.

Question 60

Choose the antonym for 'substantiate': A) Prove B) Disprove C) Confirm

Answer 60

B) Disprove.

Question 61

What does 'exhilarating' mean?

Answer 61

Making one feel very happy, animated, or elated.

Question 62

True or False: 'Transient' means lasting for a long time.

Answer 62

False.

Question 63

Fill in the blank: To 'refute' means to prove something to be _____.

Answer 63

false.

Question 64

What is the definition of 'nuance'?

Answer 64

A subtle difference in meaning or opinion.

Question 65

Choose the correct synonym for 'meticulous': A) Careless B) Diligent C) Reckless

Answer 65

B) Diligent.

Question 66

What does 'ambivalent' mean?

Answer 66

Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.

Question 67

True or False: 'Eloquent' can be used to describe poor speakers.

Answer 67

False.

Question 68

Fill in the blank: A 'quintessential' example is the most _____.

Answer 68

typical.

Question 69

What is the meaning of 'resonate'?

Answer 69

To produce or be filled with a deep, full, reverberating sound; to evoke a feeling of shared emotion.

Question 70

Choose the antonym for 'conventional': A) Traditional B) Unusual C) Standard

Answer 70

B) Unusual.

Question 71

What does 'integral' mean?

Answer 71

Necessary to make a whole complete; essential or fundamental.

Question 72

True or False: 'Indispensable' means absolutely necessary.

Answer 72

True.

Question 73

Fill in the blank: A 'catalyst' is something that speeds up a _____.

Answer 73

reaction.

Question 74

What is the definition of 'obsolete'?

Answer 74

No longer produced or used; out of date.

Question 75

Choose the correct synonym for 'lucid': A) Confusing B) Clear C) Murky

Answer 75

B) Clear.

Question 76

What does 'nefarious' mean?

Answer 76

Wicked or criminal.

Question 77

True or False: 'Vicarious' means experiencing something through another person.

Answer 77

True.

Question 78

Fill in the blank: To 'collate' means to gather information in a _____.

Answer 78

systematic way.

Question 79

What is the meaning of 'prolific'?

Answer 79

Producing much fruit or foliage or many offspring.

Question 80

Choose the antonym for 'translucent': A) Clear B) Opaque C) Transparent

Answer 80

B) Opaque.

Question 81

What does 'exemplary' mean?

Answer 81

Serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kind.

Question 82

True or False: 'Surreptitious' means done openly and with permission.

Answer 82

False.

Question 83

Fill in the blank: A 'fallacy' is a mistaken belief based on an _____.

Answer 83

unsound argument.

Question 84

What is the definition of 'enigmatic'?

Answer 84

Difficult to interpret or understand; mysterious.

Question 85

Choose the correct synonym for 'scrutinize': A) Ignore B) Examine C) Glance

Answer 85

B) Examine.