Vocabulary List 12

Question 1

Ambiguous (adj.)

Answer 1

Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning

Question 2

Credulity (n.)

Answer 2

A tendency to be too ready to believe that something is real or true

Question 3

Blighted (v.)

Answer 3

To spoil, harm, or destroy

Question 4

Equivocal (adj)

Answer 4

Open to more than one interpretation; uncertain or questionable in nature

Question 5

Frivolous (adj.)

Answer 5

Not having any serious purpose or value; characterized by lack of seriousness or sense

Question 6

Incidental (adj.)

Answer 6

Happening as a minor accompaniment to something else

Question 7

Ironic (adj.)

Answer 7

Using or characterized by language that normally signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect

Question 8

Nurture (n.)

Answer 8

the process of caring for and encouraging the growth or development of someone or something

Question 9

Sanction (v.)

Answer 9

Give official permission or approval for (an action)

Question 10

Trepidation (noun)

Answer 10

A feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen

Question 11

Prevalent (adj.)

Answer 11

Widespread in a particular area or at a particular time

Question 12

Gratuitous (adj.)

Answer 12

1. Done without good reason; uncalled for

2. Given or done free of charge