Vocab Words 30-40

Question 1

abstract

Answer 1

existing purely in mind; not representing actual reality (climate change isnt an abstract concept)

Question 2

dilemma

Answer 2

a problem, usually requiring a choice between two options (Alexander was in a dilemma of whether or not he should return home)

Question 3

objectivity

Answer 3

judgement based on observations instead of emotions or opinions (As a historinan she strove for objectivity)

Question 4

entrenched

Answer 4

firmly established (Our soldiers have entrenched themselves behind the battle lines)

Question 5

antipathy

Answer 5

a strong feeling of dislike (The long-standing antipathy between the two rivals was well known)

Question 5

adapt

Answer 5

to make the suit a new purpose, to accommodate oneself to a new setting, condition, or situation (She adapted to her new work environment/The bald eagle has adapted to have good eyesight, large talons, and a hooked beak)

Question 6

subsequently

Answer 6

happening later or after something (The book was subsequently translated into 15 languages)

Question 7

ubiquitous

Answer 7

being everywhere at once (Mobile phones have become ubiquitous)

Question 8

prompt

Answer 8

punctual, on time, a cue to being something; instructions, to incite, propel, or cause to act (Ivy had prompted Alexander to act out)

Question 9

demonstrate

Answer 9

to do as an example, gives evidence for (Ivy demonstrated for the toddler how to pet the dog)