Vocab test 3

Question 1

Define menial work.

Answer 1

Lowly, unskilled work

Often refers to tasks that require little skill or training.

Question 2

What does it mean to emulate?

Answer 2

To imitate or replicate

Emulation often involves trying to match or exceed someone’s achievements.

Question 3

What is the meaning of evolve?

Answer 3

To develop or progress

Evolving can refer to personal growth, changes in society, or biological processes.

Question 4

What are best and worst scenarios?

Answer 4

Ideal and disastrous outcomes

These terms help in assessing risks or planning for different outcomes.

Question 5

What does it mean to get the benefit of the doubt?

Answer 5

To trust or presume innocence

This phrase is often used in legal contexts or when assessing someone’s intentions.

Question 6

What does it mean to cut corners?

Answer 6

To skimp or take shortcuts

Cutting corners often leads to lower quality results.

Question 7

What is a downside?

Answer 7

A disadvantage or drawback

Downsides are the negative aspects of a situation or decision.

Question 8

What does it mean to outnumber?

Answer 8

To surpass or exceed in number

This term is often used in contexts involving groups or populations.

Question 9

Define robust.

Answer 9

Strong or sturdy

Robust can describe physical strength or the reliability of systems.

Question 10

What does unanimous mean?

Answer 10

Agreed or united

Unanimous decisions are those made with complete agreement.

Question 11

What does it mean to impel?

Answer 11

To force or drive

Impelling actions can be motivated by strong feelings or circumstances.

Question 12

What does endowed with mean?

Answer 12

Gifted or equipped

This term often refers to inherent qualities or abilities.

Question 13

What is meant by unalienable?

Answer 13

Inherent or absolute

Unalienable rights are those that cannot be taken away.

Question 14

Define pursuit.

Answer 14

Quest or chase

Pursuit can refer to a goal or the act of following something.

Question 15

What does prudence mean?

Answer 15

Caution or wisdom

Prudence involves careful judgment and foresight.

Question 16

What is despotism?

Answer 16

Tyranny or dictatorship

Despotism is characterized by oppressive power.

Question 17

What does relinquish mean?

Answer 17

To surrender or give up

Relinquishing can refer to power, rights, or possessions.

Question 18

What does inestimable mean?

Answer 18

Priceless or incalculable

Inestimable value refers to something that cannot be measured easily.

Question 19

Define formidable.

Answer 19

Intimidating or powerful

Formidable opponents are those that are daunting to face.

Question 20

What is a depository?

Answer 20

Storage or vault

Depositories are places where valuable items are kept safe.

Question 21

What does annihilation mean?

Answer 21

Destruction or obliteration

Annihilation refers to complete destruction of something.

Question 22

What does endeavoured mean?

Answer 22

Attempted or strived

Endeavoring often reflects effort towards a goal.

Question 23

What is tenure?

Answer 23

Occupancy or term

Tenure can refer to the holding of an office or property.

Question 24

Define multitude.

Answer 24

Crowd or mass

Multitude often indicates a large number of people.

Question 25

What does arbitrary mean?

Answer 25

Random or capricious ## Footnote Arbitrary decisions are often made without a clear reason.

Question 26

What does it mean to wage a war?

Answer 26

To conduct or carry out ## Footnote Waging war involves taking military action against an adversary.

Question 27

What is desolation?

Answer 27

Devastation or emptiness ## Footnote Desolation can refer to both physical and emotional states.

Question 28

What are insurrections?

Answer 28

Rebellions or uprisings ## Footnote Insurrections often involve resistance against authority.

Question 29

Define brethren.

Answer 29

Brothers or kin ## Footnote Brethren often refers to members of a community or group.

Question 30

What does unwarrantable mean?

Answer 30

Unjustifiable or indefensible ## Footnote Unwarrantable actions lack proper justification.

Question 31

What is magnanimity?

Answer 31

Generosity or nobility ## Footnote Magnanimity reflects a willingness to forgive and show kindness.

Question 32

What does acquiesce mean?

Answer 32

To accept or comply ## Footnote Acquiescing often involves agreeing without protest.

Question 33

What does denounces mean?

Answer 33

Condemns or criticizes ## Footnote Denouncing typically involves public disapproval.

Question 34

What does levy mean?

Answer 34

To impose or collect ## Footnote Levying can refer to taxes or fines imposed by authorities.

Question 35

Define commerce.

Answer 35

Trade or business ## Footnote Commerce encompasses the exchange of goods and services.

Question 36

What does savory mean?

Answer 36

Pleasant in taste ## Footnote Savory often describes dishes that are flavorful and not sweet.

Question 37

What does decrepit mean?

Answer 37

Old and in poor condition ## Footnote Decrepit items often require replacement or repair.

Question 38

What does it mean to hinder?

Answer 38

To obstruct or impede ## Footnote Hindering can refer to making progress more difficult.

Question 39

What does howling mean?

Answer 39

Making a loud wailing sound ## Footnote Howling can be associated with animals or expressions of grief.

Question 40

What does bemoan mean?

Answer 40

To express sorrow or lament ## Footnote Bemoaning often involves vocalizing dissatisfaction.

Question 41

What does knit mean?

Answer 41

To interlock yarn or fabric ## Footnote Knitting is a common craft activity for creating garments.

Question 42

What does squaw mean?

Answer 42

A term historically used for Indigenous women ## Footnote This term is often considered derogatory and should be used with caution.

Question 43

Define wilderness.

Answer 43

A wild and untamed area ## Footnote Wilderness areas are often protected for conservation purposes.

Question 44

What is a swamp?

Answer 44

A wetland area often dominated by trees ## Footnote Swamps are crucial ecosystems that support diverse wildlife.

Question 45

What does ground mean as an adjective?

Answer 45

Relating to the earth or soil ## Footnote Ground can describe something that is physically on the surface.

Question 46

What does blind mean?

Answer 46

Unable to see ## Footnote Blindness can be complete or partial.

Question 47

What does fetch mean?

Answer 47

To go and bring back ## Footnote Fetching often involves retrieving items or people.

Question 48

What does utterly mean?

Answer 48

Completely or totally ## Footnote Utterly emphasizes the extent of an action or condition.

Question 49

Fill in the blank: To bid means to ______.

Answer 49

bid ## Footnote 'Bade' is the past tense of bid, often used in formal contexts.