set 7

Question 1

circumvent

Answer 1

To find a way around an obstacle or to avoid something cleverly. They tried to circumvent the rule by applying under a different name.

Question 2

resolute

Answer 2

Firmly determined and unwavering. She remained resolute in her goal to finish the marathon.

Question 3

impugn

Answer 3

To challenge or criticize the truth or integrity of something. The candidate impugned his rival’s financial records.

Question 4

mollify

Answer 4

To soothe someone’s anger or anxiety. The manager tried to mollify the upset customer with a refund.

Question 5

elicit

Answer 5

To draw out or bring forth a response. Her joke elicited laughter from the entire room.

Question 6

belie

Answer 6

To show something to be false; to contradict. His calm expression belied the panic inside.

Question 7

onerous

Answer 7

Involving a great burden or effort. The job was more onerous than she had expected.

Question 8

reproach

Answer 8

To express disapproval or disappointment. She looked at him with silent reproach after the comment.

Question 9

confer

Answer 9

To grant or bestow (e.g., a degree or honor); or to discuss. The committee will confer the award on the winner tonight.

Question 10

lofty

Answer 10

High in rank, character, or ideals; noble or arrogant. He spoke with lofty ideals about justice and equality.

Question 11

quell

Answer 11

To put an end to something, typically by force; to calm. The police tried to quell the growing unrest.

Question 12

retort

Answer 12

A sharp, quick, or witty reply. “Maybe you should read more,” he said as a biting retort.

Question 13

callous

Answer 13

Emotionally insensitive or unfeeling. His callous remark hurt her feelings deeply.

Question 14

placid

Answer 14

Calm and peaceful, not easily upset. The lake was placid and undisturbed in the early morning light.

Question 15

stoic

Answer 15

Enduring pain or hardship without showing emotion. He remained stoic even after receiving the bad news.

Question 16

mediate

Answer 16

To intervene in a conflict to reach an agreement. She was asked to mediate the dispute between the two teams.

Question 17

staunch

Answer 17

Loyal, committed, and dependable. He was a staunch supporter of free speech.

Question 18

incipient

Answer 18

Beginning to happen or develop. The doctor detected the incipient signs of illness.

Question 19

rhetoric

Answer 19

The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing. The speech was more rhetoric than real policy.

Question 20

prudent

Answer 20

Wise and careful in making decisions. It’s prudent to save money for emergencies.