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What Is a Synonym for "benevolent"?
1
Lazy
2
Generous
3
Cruel
4
Ignorant
Generous is a synonym for benevolent because both describe someone who is kind, giving, and charitable in nature.
Which Word Means "to Begin or Start Something"?
1
Initiate
2
Delay
3
Cease
4
Conclude
Initiate means to begin or start something, often referring to launching a process, action, or event.
Choose the Word That Best Completes the Sentence: "After the Storm, the Streets Were Completely ___. "
1
Flooded
2
Delicate
3
Pristine
4
Transparent
Flooded fits best because it describes streets overwhelmed with water, which is a common result after a storm.
What Is the Opposite of "optimistic"?
1
Cheerful
2
Pessimistic
3
Joyful
4
Hopeful
Pessimistic is the opposite of optimistic because it reflects a negative outlook instead of expecting positive outcomes.
What Does the Word "reluctant" Mean?
1
Hesitant
2
Excited
3
Eager
4
Willing
Hesitant is the correct meaning of reluctant, as it describes someone unwilling or slow to take action.
Which Word Describes Someone Who Shows Great Bravery?
1
Nervous
2
Heroic
3
Timid
4
Cowardly
Heroic describes someone who shows great bravery, often in the face of danger or adversity.
Pick the Synonym for "transparent".
1
Opaque
2
Clear
3
Hidden
4
Thick
Clear is a synonym for transparent because both describe something easy to see through or understand.
Choose the Word That Best Completes the Sentence: "She Was Known for Her ___ Attitude, Always Seeing the Good in Every Situation. "
1
Skeptical
2
Pessimistic
3
Neutral
4
Optimistic
Optimistic fits best because it describes someone who consistently expects positive outcomes and focuses on the good in situations.
What Does "dormant" Mean?
1
Awake
2
Loud
3
Asleep
4
Active
Asleep is the correct meaning of dormant, referring to something temporarily inactive, like a sleeping volcano or resting state.
Which of the Following Means "a Short Trip or Outing"?
1
Expedition
2
Sojourn
3
Errand
4
Voyage
Errand refers to a short trip or outing, usually taken to complete a specific task or chore.
What Is a Synonym for "elated"?
1
Bored
2
Very happy
3
Sad
4
Tired
Very happy is a synonym for elated, which describes a feeling of great joy, excitement, or happiness.
What Does "obscure" Mean?
1
Not clearly understood
2
Famous
3
Clear
4
Bright
Not clearly understood is the meaning of obscure, referring to something hard to see, understand, or define.
What Does "frigid" Mean?
1
Hot
2
Extremely cold
3
Humid
4
Mild
Extremely cold is the meaning of frigid, often used to describe very low temperatures or an unwelcoming attitude.
What Does "vanish" Mean?
1
To grow
2
To disappear
3
To appear
4
To shine
To disappear is the meaning of vanish, describing something or someone suddenly going out of sight or existence.
What Is a Synonym for "absurd"?
1
Obvious
2
Important
3
Ridiculous
4
Logical
Ridiculous is a synonym for absurd, as both describe something unreasonable, laughably illogical, or wildly inappropriate.
Pick the Best Definition for "vivid".
1
Bright and distinct
2
Dull
3
Dark
4
Faint
Bright and distinct is the best definition of vivid, often used to describe sharp, clear images or intense experiences.
Which of the Following Means "sharp or Eager"?
1
Dull
2
Keen
3
Lazy
4
Careless
Keen means sharp or eager, describing someone with a sharp mind or strong interest in something.
What Does "absorb" Mean?
1
Avoid
2
Repel
3
To soak up
4
Ignore
To soak up is the meaning of absorb, commonly used for taking in liquids, information, or attention.
What Does "recede" Mean?
1
To move back
2
To approach
3
To stay
4
To rush
To move back is the meaning of recede, often used to describe things like water, hairlines, or emotions withdrawing.
What Does "feeble" Mean?
1
Weak
2
Quick
3
Brave
4
Strong
Weak is the meaning of feeble, describing someone or something lacking strength, power, or effectiveness.
What Is a Synonym for "swift"?
1
Lazy
2
Slow
3
Quick
4
Tired
Quick is a synonym for swift, both describing something that happens or moves with great speed or urgency.
Which Word Best Completes This Sentence: "The Child Gave a ___ Glance at the Cake Before Sneaking a Bite. "
1
Angry
2
Steady
3
Quick
4
Deep
Quick fits best because it describes a brief, sneaky look—exactly what the child did before acting.
What Does "timid" Mean?
1
Excited
2
Loud
3
Shy
4
Bold
Shy is the meaning of timid, referring to someone who is nervous, hesitant, or lacking in confidence.
What Is the Opposite of "ancient"?
1
Historic
2
Vintage
3
Modern
4
Old
Modern is the opposite of ancient, describing something recent or current rather than from the distant past.
Choose the Word That Best Completes This Sentence: "The Speech Was so ___ That the Entire Audience Clapped. "
1
Boring
2
Dull
3
Inspiring
4
Average
Inspiring fits best because it describes a speech that deeply moved or motivated the audience, prompting enthusiastic applause.
What Is a Synonym for "fragile"?
1
Durable
2
Delicate
3
Stable
4
Strong
Delicate is a synonym for fragile, as both describe something easily broken, damaged, or requiring gentle handling.
Which Word Means "unable to Be Harmed or Broken"?
1
Soft
2
Weak
3
Indestructible
4
Hollow
Indestructible means unable to be harmed or broken, describing something extremely durable or resistant to damage.
Choose the Word That Means "easy to See or Notice. "
1
Secret
2
Hidden
3
Obvious
4
Obscure
Obvious means easy to see or notice, referring to something clear, apparent, or unmistakable to most people.
What Does "cautious" Mean?
1
Careful
2
Reckless
3
Rude
4
Lazy
Careful is the meaning of cautious, describing someone who avoids risks and thinks before acting or deciding.
What Is the Opposite of "scarce"?
1
Limited
2
Few
3
Plentiful
4
Rare
Plentiful is the opposite of scarce, meaning there is an abundant or more than sufficient amount of something.
Which Word Means "friendly and Cheerful"?
1
Mean
2
Stern
3
Amiable
4
Dull
Amiable means friendly and cheerful, describing someone who is pleasant, sociable, and easy to get along with.
What Is the Meaning of "murmur"?
1
Scream
2
Shout
3
Roar
4
Speak softly and indistinctly
"Speak softly and indistinctly" is the meaning of murmur, describing a quiet, low sound that's hard to hear clearly.
Which Word Means "the Highest Point"?
1
Edge
2
Middle
3
Peak
4
Bottom
Peak means the highest point, often used to describe the top of a mountain or the climax of an event.
What Is a Synonym for "generous"?
1
Selfish
2
Greedy
3
Giving
4
Cheap
Giving is a synonym for generous, as both describe someone who willingly shares time, money, or resources with others.
Which Word Best Completes This Sentence: "The ___ Fox Sneaked Into the Barn Without a Sound. "
1
Lazy
2
Clumsy
3
Loud
4
Cunning
Cunning fits best because it describes the fox as clever and sneaky, able to move silently and unnoticed.
What Does “gratitude” Mean?
1
Sadness
2
Anger
3
Disrespect
4
Thankfulness
Thankfulness is the meaning of gratitude, describing a feeling of appreciation or being grateful for kindness or help.
What Is a Synonym for “drenched”?
1
Soaked
2
Cool
3
Wetting
4
Dry
Soaked is a synonym for drenched, as both describe something completely saturated or covered with liquid, usually water.
Which Word Means “to Argue or Fight”?
1
Joke
2
Quarrel
3
Celebrate
4
Obey
Quarrel means to argue or fight, typically referring to a verbal dispute between people who disagree strongly.
What Is the Opposite of “encourage”?
1
Motivate
2
Discourage
3
Applaud
4
Cheer
Discourage is the opposite of encourage, as it means to dissuade or lower someone's confidence or motivation.
Choose the Word That Means "not Easily Convinced. "
1
Nervous
2
Loving
3
Skeptical
4
Trusting
Skeptical means not easily convinced, describing someone who questions or doubts information before believing it.
What Does “timeless” Mean?
1
Outdated
2
Always late
3
Never goes out of style
4
Seasonal
Never goes out of style is the meaning of timeless, referring to something classic and enduring regardless of trends or time.
What Does “nourish” Mean?
1
Hurt
2
Starve
3
Ignore
4
Feed
Feed is the meaning of nourish, referring to providing sustenance or support for growth, health, or development.
Which Word Means “lasting for a Short Time”?
1
Temporary
2
Forever
3
Permanent
4
Durable
Temporary means lasting for a short time, describing something not permanent and expected to change or end soon.
What Is the Meaning of “hazard”?
1
Reward
2
Surprise
3
Danger
4
Task
Danger is the meaning of hazard, referring to something that poses a risk of harm, injury, or damage.
What Is the Opposite of “brilliant”?
1
Dull
2
Clear
3
Bright
4
Smart
Dull is the opposite of brilliant, as it describes something lacking brightness, sharpness, or excitement.
What Does “peculiar” Mean?
1
Expected
2
Normal
3
Strange
4
Usual
Strange is the meaning of peculiar, describing something unusual, odd, or not typical in appearance or behavior.
What Is the Opposite of “victory”?
1
Achievement
2
Defeat
3
Applause
4
Celebration
Defeat is the opposite of victory, referring to the loss or failure to win in a competition or conflict.
Choose the Word That Best Completes the Sentence: “The Magician Made the Rabbit ___ Into Thin Air. ”
1
Leap
2
Reappear
3
Vanish
4
Change
Vanish fits best because it means to disappear suddenly, which is exactly what the magician made the rabbit do.
What Is a Synonym for “predict”?
1
Observe
2
Forecast
3
Hide
4
Question
Forecast is a synonym for predict, as both involve telling what is likely to happen in the future based on evidence.
What Does “sturdy” Mean?
1
Flexible
2
Strong and solid
3
Fragile
4
Temporary
Strong and solid is the meaning of sturdy, describing something that is well-built, durable, and not easily broken or damaged.
What Is a Synonym for “brisk”?
1
Tired
2
Lazy
3
Fast
4
Slow
Fast is a synonym for brisk, describing something done quickly or at a lively pace.
What Does “scowl” Mean?
1
Frown angrily
2
Smile
3
Nod
4
Wink
Frown angrily is the meaning of scowl, referring to an expression of displeasure or anger shown on the face.
What Is the Opposite of “expand”?
1
Shrink
2
Inflate
3
Stretch
4
Grow
Shrink is the opposite of expand, meaning to become smaller in size, amount, or importance.
What Does “flexible” Mean?
1
Rigid
2
Fragile
3
Solid
4
Able to bend
Able to bend is the meaning of flexible, describing something that can bend easily without breaking or adapt to change.
Which Word Means “to Look Quickly”?
1
Glare
2
Glimpse
3
Gawk
4
Peek
Glimpse means to look quickly, referring to a brief or passing look at something not fully seen.
What Is a Synonym for “ridiculous”?
1
Absurd
2
Serious
3
Sensible
4
Logical
Absurd is a synonym for ridiculous, as both describe something wildly unreasonable, silly, or laughably illogical.
Choose the Word That Best Fits: “He Has a ___ Memory and Remembers Every Detail. ”
1
Weak
2
Sharp
3
Short
4
Faulty
Sharp fits best because it describes a memory that is clear, accurate, and capable of recalling fine details easily.
What Does “thrifty” Mean?
1
Careful with money
2
Carefree
3
Generous
4
Lazy
Careful with money is the meaning of thrifty, describing someone who spends wisely and avoids waste.
Which Word Means “fearless and Daring”?
1
Nervous
2
Cautious
3
Careful
4
Bold
Bold means fearless and daring, describing someone who takes risks confidently and acts with courage.
What Is a Synonym for “eager”?
1
Excited
2
Passive
3
Reluctant
4
Hesitant
Excited is a synonym for eager, as both describe a strong, enthusiastic desire to do or experience something.
Which Word Means “lacking Interest or Energy”?
1
Listless
2
Alive
3
Bright
4
Active
Listless means lacking interest or energy, describing someone who appears tired, unmotivated, or indifferent.
What Does “restore” Mean?
1
Bring back
2
Put into storage
3
Steal
4
Destroy
Bring back is the meaning of restore, referring to returning something to its original condition or previous state.
Which Word Means “all Over the World”?
1
Global
2
National
3
Urban
4
Local
Global means all over the world, describing something that is worldwide in scope, impact, or presence.
What Does “despair” Mean?
1
Joy
2
Surprise
3
Excitement
4
Hopelessness
Hopelessness is the meaning of despair, describing a deep feeling of having no hope or expectation for improvement.
Which Word Best Describes “having a Strong Desire to Succeed”?
1
Forgetful
2
Ambitious
3
Lazy
4
Satisfied
Ambitious best describes having a strong desire to succeed, referring to someone driven to achieve goals and excel.
What Does “urgent” Mean?
1
Casual
2
Optional
3
Unplanned
4
Needing immediate action
Needing immediate action is the meaning of urgent, describing something that requires prompt attention or response without delay.
What Is the Opposite of “rare”?
1
Odd
2
Unique
3
Scarce
4
Common
Common is the opposite of rare, describing something frequently found, seen, or occurring.
What Is a Synonym for “meticulous”?
1
Slow
2
Lazy
3
Careless
4
Detail-oriented
Detail-oriented is a synonym for meticulous, describing someone who pays careful attention to every small aspect or element.
Which Word Best Completes the Sentence: “The Scientist Was Praised for Her ___ Approach to Data Collection. ”
1
Hasty
2
Methodical
3
Impulsive
4
Clumsy
Methodical fits best because it describes a systematic, organized, and precise way of collecting and analyzing data.
What Does “oblivious” Mean?
1
Alert
2
Aware
3
Unaware or lacking attention
4
Pretending to not pay attention
Unaware or lacking attention is the meaning of oblivious, referring to someone who doesn't notice or realize what's happening around them.
Which Word Means “a Situation That Seems Contradictory but Might Be True”?
1
Ironic
2
Theory
3
Mystery
4
Paradox
Paradox means a situation that seems contradictory but might be true, often revealing a deeper or unexpected truth.
What Is the Opposite of “concise”?
1
Brief
2
Focused
3
Wordy
4
Clear
Wordy is the opposite of concise, describing speech or writing that uses more words than necessary.
Choose the Word That Best Describes “showing Deep Respect and Admiration. ”
1
Disrespectful
2
Reverent
3
Sarcastic
4
Jealous
Reverent best describes showing deep respect and admiration, often in a solemn or heartfelt way toward someone or something.
What Is a Synonym for “ambiguous”?
1
Vague
2
Direct
3
Obvious
4
Clear
Vague is a synonym for ambiguous, as both describe something unclear or open to multiple interpretations.
Which Word Means “to Reject or Deny Something as False”?
1
Support
2
Repudiate
3
Confess
4
Accept
Repudiate means to reject or deny something as false, often used when dismissing an idea, claim, or accusation.
What Does “ephemeral” Mean?
1
Lasting a short time
2
Repetitive
3
Never-ending
4
Massive
Lasting a short time is the meaning of ephemeral, describing something fleeting, temporary, or quickly passing.
Which Word Best Completes This Sentence: “His Speech Was Full of ___, Lacking Any Real Facts or Logic. ”
1
Wisdom
2
Fallacies
3
Passion
4
Quotes
Fallacies fits best because it refers to false or misleading arguments that lack sound reasoning or factual support.
What Is the Meaning of “diligent”?
1
Reckless
2
Hardworking and persistent
3
Carefree
4
Unfocused
Hardworking and persistent is the meaning of diligent, describing someone who puts steady effort and care into their work.
Which Word Means “easily Fooled or Tricked”?
1
Sly
2
Gullible
3
Clever
4
Honest
Gullible means easily fooled or tricked, describing someone who tends to believe things too readily without enough skepticism.
What Is the Opposite of “serene”?
1
Calm
2
Ugly
3
Chaotic
4
Peaceful
Chaotic is the opposite of serene, describing a state of complete disorder, noise, or confusion rather than peaceful calm.
What Does “scrutinize” Mean?
1
Ignore
2
Disapprove
3
Glance
4
Examine closely
Examine closely is the meaning of scrutinize, referring to inspecting something carefully and in great detail.
Choose the Best Synonym for “formidable. ”
1
Intimidating
2
Pleasant
3
Easy
4
Formal
Intimidating is the best synonym for formidable, describing something or someone that inspires fear or awe due to strength or difficulty.
What Does “vindictive” Mean?
1
Forgiving
2
Unconcerned
3
Lazy
4
Seeking revenge
Seeking revenge is the meaning of vindictive, describing someone who holds grudges and wants to retaliate for perceived wrongs.
What Is the Meaning of “candid”?
1
Exaggerated
2
Funny
3
Honest and direct
4
Sneaky
Honest and direct is the meaning of candid, referring to someone who speaks openly and truthfully, often without sugarcoating.
Which Word Means “to Make Something Less Severe”?
1
Mediate
2
Ignore
3
Escalate
4
Mitigate
Mitigate means to make something less severe, often used when reducing the intensity or impact of a problem or situation.
What Is a Synonym for “eloquent”?
1
Fancy
2
Mute
3
Persuasive and expressive
4
Quiet
Persuasive and expressive is a synonym for eloquent, describing speech or writing that is fluent, powerful, and emotionally moving.
What Does “placate” Mean?
1
Distract
2
Calm or soothe someone
3
Annoy
4
Tease
Calm or soothe someone is the meaning of placate, referring to actions taken to ease anger or agitation.
Choose the Word That Best Completes the Sentence: “Despite Criticism, Her ___ Remained Unshaken. ”
1
Conviction
2
Anger
3
Confusion
4
Sorrow
Conviction fits best because it refers to a firmly held belief or opinion that stays strong even under criticism.
Which Word Means “known and Respected by Many People”?
1
Ordinary
2
Famous
3
Renowned
4
Secretive
Renowned means known and respected by many people, often due to notable achievements, talent, or reputation.
What Does the Word “insatiable” Most Nearly Mean?
1
Calm and patient
2
Easily satisfied
3
Salty
4
Impossible to satisfy
Impossible to satisfy is the meaning of insatiable, describing a hunger, desire, or need that can never be fully fulfilled.
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