Set 1

Question 1

What does ‘elated’ mean?

Answer 1

(adj.) in high spirits, jubilant; extremely pleased

Fans lined the city’s streets to cheer the World Series champions.

Question 2

What is the meaning of ‘indelible’?

Answer 2

(adj.) not able to be erased or removed; memorable

The brutal crimes against humanity committed by the Nazis left an stain on the history of the twentieth century.

Question 3

Define ‘indulgent’.

Answer 3

(adj.) yielding to the wishes or demands of others

A heightened sense of compassion has induced the federal government to adopt a more indulgent approach toward illegal aliens.

Question 4

What does ‘inveterate’ mean?

Answer 4

(adj.) firmly established, long-standing; habitual

It has been claimed that many writers and artists are inveterate in their hostility to criticism.

Question 5

What is the definition of ‘irrelevant’?

Answer 5

(adj.) not to the point, not applicable or pertinent

When you take notes, it’s best to record only relevant information and eliminate all irrelevant details.

Question 6

What does ‘nocturnal’ refer to?

Answer 6

(adj.) of or occurring in the night; under cover of darkness

Most nocturnal animals have enhanced vision and acute hearing.