April-25

Question 1

to deplore

Answer 1

To say or think that something is very bad.

Many people deplore the use of violence in films.

Question 2

irascible

Answer 2

Easily made angry.

He has an irascible disposition.

Question 3

belligerent

Answer 3

Hostile and aggressive.

The belligerent nations refused to negotiate.

Question 4

wanderlust

Answer 4

A strong desire to travel.

Her wanderlust led her to explore over 50 countries.

Question 5

inextricably

Answer 5

In a way that is impossible to separate.

The two issues are inextricably linked.

Question 6

inexorable

Answer 6

Impossible to stop or prevent.

The inexorable advance of time affects us all.

Question 7

aberration

Answer 7

A departure from what is normal or expected.

The outbreak of violence in the area is an aberration.

Question 8

cosmology

Answer 8

The study of the origin and nature of the universe.

He teaches cosmology and astronomy.

Question 9

neutrinos

Answer 9

Extremely small particles with no electrical charge.

Neutrinos are difficult to detect due to their lack of charge.

Question 10

deference

Answer 10

Polite submission and respect.

He addressed her with the deference due to age.

Question 11

ardent

Answer 11

Very enthusiastic or passionate.

An ardent supporter of the cause.

Question 12

curtail

Answer 12

To reduce or limit something.

The new law will curtail illegal drug use.

Question 13

incumbent

Answer 13

Necessary (for someone) as a duty or responsibility.
Currently holding a specified role or position.

It was incumbent on them to act.
The incumbent president faces a tough re-election campaign.

Question 14

pluralistic

Answer 14

Relating to a system with multiple groups or sources of authority.

A pluralistic society embraces diversity.

Question 15

libertarian

Answer 15

Advocating minimal state intervention in personal and economic affairs.

Libertarian policies emphasize individual freedom.

Question 16

decadent

Answer 16

Characterized by or reflecting a state of moral or cultural decline.

The city’s decadent nightlife is legendary.

Question 17

affable

Answer 17

Friendly and easy to talk to.

He was an affable host.

Question 18

paucity

Answer 18

The presence of something in small or insufficient quantities.

A paucity of evidence makes the case hard to prove.

Question 19

eponymous

Answer 19

Giving their name to something.

The eponymous hero of the novel is a complex character.

Question 20

diaspora

Answer 20

The dispersion of any people from their original homeland.

The African diaspora has influenced cultures worldwide.

Question 21

ostensibly

Answer 21

Apparently or purportedly, but perhaps not actually.

He was ostensibly on vacation, but he was actually working.

Question 22

to obfuscate

Answer 22

To make something less clear and harder to understand.

The company used legal jargon to obfuscate the terms.

Question 23

attrition

Answer 23

The process of gradually reducing the strength of something.

Staff attrition rates have increased this year.

Question 24

indolent

Answer 24

Wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy.

An indolent student who rarely completes assignments.

Question 25

solicitude

Answer 25

Care or concern for someone or something. *She was touched by his solicitude for her well-being.*

Question 26

effusion

Answer 26

An instance of giving off something such as a liquid, light, or smell. An act of talking or writing in an unrestrained or heartfelt way. *The effusion of lava from the volcano was sudden.*

Question 27

disconcerted

Answer 27

Unsettled or confused. *He was disconcerted by the unexpected question.*

Question 28

to contrive

Answer 28

To create or bring about by deliberate use of skill and artifice. *They contrived a plan to escape.*

Question 29

indecorous

Answer 29

Not in keeping with good taste and propriety; improper. *His indecorous behavior at the dinner offended guests.*

Question 30

jesuitical

Answer 30

Using subtle or oversubtle reasoning; casuistic. *A jesuitical argument that obscures the truth.*

Question 31

casuistry

Answer 31

The use of clever but unsound reasoning. *The lawyer's casuistry was evident in his defense.*

Question 32

to propound

Answer 32

To put forward an idea or theory for consideration. *She propounded a new theory on climate change.*

Question 33

conceited

Answer 33

Excessively proud of oneself; vain. *A conceited athlete who boasts about his achievements.*

Question 34

morose

Answer 34

Sullen and ill-tempered. *She became morose after the breakup.*

Question 35

ignominy

Answer 35

Public shame or disgrace. *He faced ignominy after the scandal.*

Question 36

malignantly

Answer 36

In a malevolent or harmful manner. *The disease progressed malignantly.*

Question 37

tribulation

Answer 37

A cause of great trouble or suffering. *They endured the tribulations of war.*

Question 38

to revere

Answer 38

To feel deep respect or admiration for something. *She is revered as a saint.*

Question 39

adulation

Answer 39

Excessive admiration or praise. *The actor enjoyed the adulation of his fans.*

Question 40

to rebuke

Answer 40

To express sharp disapproval or criticism. *The teacher rebuked the student for cheating.*

Question 41

to chastise

Answer 41

To reprimand severely. *He was chastised for his careless behavior.*

Question 42

to accost

Answer 42

To approach and address someone boldly or aggressively. *She was accosted by a stranger on the street.*

Question 43

to solicit

Answer 43

To ask for or try to obtain something from someone. *They solicited donations for the charity.*

Question 44

to spurn

Answer 44

To reject with disdain or contempt. *He spurned their offer of help.*

Question 45

gregarious

Answer 45

Fond of company; sociable. *She is a gregarious person who enjoys parties.*

Question 46

ostensible

Answer 46

Stated or appearing to be true, but not necessarily so. *The ostensible reason for the meeting was to discuss the budget.*