Vocabulary Enhancement Quiz: Sadlier Oxford Level F Unit 11

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8th Grade,
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1. What is the meaning of the word 'Abstemious'?

(adj) greedy, excessive, characterized by indulgence

(adj) lazy, inactive, lacking in self-control

(adj) strict, rigid, characterized by strict discipline

(adj) moderate, sparing, characterized by abstinence and self disciplineThe abstemious girl moderated her intake of sugar because she had diabetes.... (adj) moderate, sparing, characterized by abstinence and self disciplineThe abstemious girl moderated her intake of sugar because she had diabetes. Synonyms: temperate, sober, moderateAntonyms: indulgent, immoderate, intemperate

The correct meaning of the word 'Abstemious' is moderate, sparing, characterized by abstinence and self discipline. Synonyms include temperate, sober, and moderate, while antonyms include indulgent, immoderate, and intemperate.

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This Sadlier Oxford Vocabulary Level F Unit 11 study aid features 20 color-coded cards to enhance vocabulary skills. It includes definitions, sentences, synonyms, and antonyms, with verbs in pink, adjectives in green, and nouns in orange, tailored for effective learning and retention.

2. What does the word 'censurable' mean?

(adj) excusable and justifiable

(adj) praiseworthy and commendable

(adj) insignificant and inconsequential

(adj) deserving of blame or correctionThe censurable tape was taken away by the teacher and the holder was punished harshly.Synonyms:... (adj) deserving of blame or correctionThe censurable tape was taken away by the teacher and the holder was punished harshly.Synonyms: blameworthy, discreditable, reprehensibleAntonyms: commendable, laudable, meritorious

The word 'censurable' means deserving of blame or correction, so choices like praiseworthy, excusable, and insignificant are incorrect.

Explanation

The word 'censurable' means deserving of blame or correction, so choices like praiseworthy, excusable, and insignificant are incorrect.

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3. What is the definition of 'contingent'?

(adj) always happening or existing; never changing or stopping

(adj) likely but not certain to happen, dependent on uncertain events or conditions, happening by chance(n) a representative group forming... (adj) likely but not certain to happen, dependent on uncertain events or conditions, happening by chance(n) a representative group forming part of a larger bodyThe contingent meeting would happen by chance.In MUN we were considering forming a contingent ad breaking away from the bigger groupSynonyms:(adj.) conditional, dependent,(n) a detachmentAntonyms:(adj.) independent of, unconnected with, certain

(n) a feeling of doubt or reservation

(adj) serving as a model or example to follow

The correct definition of 'contingent' is a group of people representing a larger body, or something that is likely to happen but not certain. The other options do not accurately reflect the definition of 'contingent'.

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4. Corroborate

(v) to discredit or disprove

(v) to contradict or undermine

(v) to refuse or deny

(v) to confirm or make certainI shall corroborate with the manager to make certain that we have our reservation. Synonyms:to... (v) to confirm or make certainI shall corroborate with the manager to make certain that we have our reservation. Synonyms:to confirm, to make more certainAntonyms: refute, contradict, undermine, discredit

Corroborate means to confirm or make certain, so the incorrect answers that suggest refusal, denial, contradiction, undermining, discrediting, or disproving are not synonyms in this context.

Explanation

Corroborate means to confirm or make certain, so the incorrect answers that suggest refusal, denial, contradiction, undermining, discrediting, or disproving are not synonyms in this context.

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5. What is the definition of denizen?

(n) an inhabitant or resident, one who frequents a placeThe play i was in was called The Foreigner, denizen means... (n) an inhabitant or resident, one who frequents a placeThe play i was in was called The Foreigner, denizen means the opposite.Synonyms:resident, dweller, habitueAntonyms: alien, outsider, stranger, foreigner

(n) a visitor or tourist

(n) a foreigner or outsider

(n) an alien or stranger

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6. What does the term 'discursive' mean?

(adj) focused and concise

(adj) thoughtful and reflective

(adj) fixed and permanent

(adj) passing aimlessly from one place or subject to another, rambling, roving, nomaticHis discursive wandering made him wander into a... (adj) passing aimlessly from one place or subject to another, rambling, roving, nomaticHis discursive wandering made him wander into a bad neighborhood. Synonyms: digressive, diffuse, wandering, episodicAntonyms: short and to the point, succinct

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7. What does the word 'disseminate' mean?

(v) to hide

(v) to concentrate

(v) to scatter widelyA rumor is sure to disseminate quickly in a small school. Synonyms: disperse, publicize, broadcast, circulateAntonyms: bring... (v) to scatter widelyA rumor is sure to disseminate quickly in a small school. Synonyms: disperse, publicize, broadcast, circulateAntonyms: bring together, concentrate, muster, conceal, hide

(v) to bring together

The correct answer 'to scatter widely' means to spread or distribute widely, which is the opposite of 'bringing together', 'hiding', and 'concentrating'. When something disseminates, it becomes publicized and broadcasted rather than concealed or mustered.

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8. Dowdy

(adj) elegant and fashionable

(adj) sophisticated and stylish

(adj) neat and polished

(adj) poorly dressed or shabby, lacking smartness or good tasteHer dowdy attire looked shabby and tacky compared to the elegant... (adj) poorly dressed or shabby, lacking smartness or good tasteHer dowdy attire looked shabby and tacky compared to the elegant and chic dresses the others wore. Synonyms: frumpy, tacky, frowsy, drabAntonyms: chic, stylish, elegant, fashionable

The adjective 'dowdy' specifically refers to being poorly dressed or shabby, lacking smartness or good taste, making it the correct answer. The incorrect answers are the opposite of the definition of 'dowdy', as they describe qualities that are stylish, elegant, and fashionable.

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9. Florid

(adj) lively, vibrant, energetic, dynamic

(adj) highly colored, reddish, excessively ornate, showyThe florid dress was so ornate and frilly that it made the others pale... (adj) highly colored, reddish, excessively ornate, showyThe florid dress was so ornate and frilly that it made the others pale in comparison.Synonyms: flushed, ruddy, flowery, frilly, flamboyantAntonyms: pale, ashen, pallid, sallow, austere, stark

(adj) dull, colorless, plain, simple

(adj) fragrant, aromatic, sweet-smelling, pleasant

The correct answer describes 'florid' as highly colored and overly ornate, while the incorrect answers provide contrasting meanings.

Explanation

The correct answer describes 'florid' as highly colored and overly ornate, while the incorrect answers provide contrasting meanings.

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10. What does the verb 'foist' mean?

(b) to discard without regard

(a) to present honestly and openly

(v) to impose by fraud, to pass off as worth or genuine, to bring about by stealth, dishonesty, or coercionThe... (v) to impose by fraud, to pass off as worth or genuine, to bring about by stealth, dishonesty, or coercionThe man tried to foist my present as his by switching the cards.Synonyms: pass off, palm off, fob off

The correct answer 'foist' is defined as imposing something by fraud or deceit, unlike the incorrect options which do not involve dishonesty or coercion.

Explanation

The correct answer 'foist' is defined as imposing something by fraud or deceit, unlike the incorrect options which do not involve dishonesty or coercion.

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11. What does the term 'gauche' mean?

(adj) confident, assertive, charismatic, smooth

(adj) reserved, cautious, careful, thoughtful

(adj) awkward, lacking in social graces, tactless, clumsyFrom Twilight, gauche Bella slips on ice and falls. Synonyms: inept, uncouth, maladroitAntonyms:... (adj) awkward, lacking in social graces, tactless, clumsyFrom Twilight, gauche Bella slips on ice and falls. Synonyms: inept, uncouth, maladroitAntonyms: adroit, tactful, diplomatic, politic

(adj) skillful, graceful, tactful, elegant

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12. What is the definition of heresy?

(n) a sacred idea that is universally upheld

(n) an opinion different from accepted belief, the denial of an idea that is generally held sacredI believe in reincarnation... (n) an opinion different from accepted belief, the denial of an idea that is generally held sacredI believe in reincarnation which is considered heresy different from my religion Christianity. Synonyms: unorthodox belief, heterodoxyAntonyms: orthodox

(n) the act of conforming to societal norms

(n) a widely accepted belief or opinion

Heresy is specifically defined as an opinion that goes against accepted belief or denies a commonly held sacred idea, making the incorrect answers inaccurate.

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Heresy is specifically defined as an opinion that goes against accepted belief or denies a commonly held sacred idea, making the incorrect answers inaccurate.

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13. What does the verb 'inculcate' mean?

(v) to impress on the mind by repetition, teach persistently and earnestlyIf i can inculcate these words into my head... (v) to impress on the mind by repetition, teach persistently and earnestlyIf i can inculcate these words into my head i am sure i can pass this test. Synonyms: instill, implant, infuse, ingrain, imbueAntonyms: efface, extirpate, root out

To erase completely from memory

To dance wildly with excitement

To fly high in the sky without wings

The correct answer correctly defines the meaning of the verb 'inculcate', which involves teaching persistently and earnestly.

Explanation

The correct answer correctly defines the meaning of the verb 'inculcate', which involves teaching persistently and earnestly.

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14. Palpable

(adj) intangible

(adj) invisible

(adj) abstract

(adj) capable of being touched or felt, easily seen, heard, or recognized The palpable friend is much better than my... (adj) capable of being touched or felt, easily seen, heard, or recognized The palpable friend is much better than my old imaginary friend.Synonyms: tangible, plain, obvious, manifestAntonyms: intangible, insubstantial, incorporeal

Palpable means something that can be physically sensed or easily recognized

Explanation

Palpable means something that can be physically sensed or easily recognized

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15. Perceptive

(adj) showing no understanding or insight

(adj) lacking the ability to observe or discern

(adj) unintelligent or clueless

(adj) having sympathetic insight or understanding, capable of keen appreciationGandhi was a perceptive man who saw the world and wanted... (adj) having sympathetic insight or understanding, capable of keen appreciationGandhi was a perceptive man who saw the world and wanted to fix it. Synonyms: Insightful, discerning, observantAntonyms: dense, thick, obtuse, dim-witted

The word 'Perceptive' is used to describe someone who is insightful, discerning, and observant, the opposite of dense, thick, obtuse, or dim-witted.

Explanation

The word 'Perceptive' is used to describe someone who is insightful, discerning, and observant, the opposite of dense, thick, obtuse, or dim-witted.

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16. Pernicious

(adj) friendly, kind, amiable

(adj) secure, safe, protected

(adj) beneficial, helpful, advantageous

(adj) extremely harmful, deadly, fatalThe pernicious poison can kill you.Synonyms: injurious, deleterious, baleful, noxiousAntonyms: harmless, innocuous, salutary, salubrious

The word 'pernicious' has a negative connotation and means extremely harmful, deadly, or fatal, not beneficial, friendly, or secure.

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The word 'pernicious' has a negative connotation and means extremely harmful, deadly, or fatal, not beneficial, friendly, or secure.

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17. What is the definition of the word 'salient'?

(adj) loud, boisterous, attention-seeking, flamboyant; (n) a small puddle of water

(adj) weak, frail, unremarkable, ordinary; (n) a valley or trench

Adj) shy, reserved, hidden, unobtrusive; (n) a low-lying area

(adj) leaping, jumping, springing forth, prominent, standing out, conspicuous(n) a land form that projects upwards or outwardsThe salient young man... (adj) leaping, jumping, springing forth, prominent, standing out, conspicuous(n) a land form that projects upwards or outwardsThe salient young man had striking featuresThe salient is now called an island that is emerging from the Atlantic.Synonyms: (adj) striking, notable, protrusive, obviousAntonyms: (adj) inconspicuous, recessive

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18. What does the word 'satiate' mean?

B) To underwhelm and disappoint oneself

A) To starve completely and feel deprived

C) To have a moderate amount of satisfaction and hunger

(v) to satisfy completely, fill to excess(adj) full or satisfiedI was satiated completely after eating a 9 course meal. The... (v) to satisfy completely, fill to excess(adj) full or satisfiedI was satiated completely after eating a 9 course meal. The satiate cat was all full and sat lazily on its bed.Synonyms:(v) gratify, cloy, surfeit, gorgeAntonyms: (v) starve, deprive entirely of

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19. What does the verb 'sear' mean?

(v) to make or become dry or withered, to char or scorch the surface of, to harden or make unfeelingI... (v) to make or become dry or withered, to char or scorch the surface of, to harden or make unfeelingI want you to sear the tuna lightly so it becomes partially cooked.Synonyms: to make or become dry and withered; to scorch

(v) to cook in liquid over low heat for a long time

(n) a large bird of prey

(v) to mix or become mixed together; to blend

The correct answer describes the action of 'sear' as making something dry, charring the surface, or making something hard. It is not related to being a bird of prey, cooking in liquid for a long time, or mixing together.

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20. What does the term 'specious' mean?

(adj) deceptive, apparently good or valid but lacking real meritThe specious theory sounded plausible but lacked the evidence needed to... (adj) deceptive, apparently good or valid but lacking real meritThe specious theory sounded plausible but lacked the evidence needed to make it a fact. Synonyms: deceptively plausible, sophistic, casuisticAntonyms: valid, sound, solid, genuine

(adj) honest and truthful

(adj) well-supported by evidence

(adj) clear and straightforward

The term 'specious' refers to something that is deceptive, appearing to be good or valid but lacking real merit. It is not synonymous with being clear, honest, or well-supported by evidence.

Explanation

The term 'specious' refers to something that is deceptive, appearing to be good or valid but lacking real merit. It is not synonymous with being clear, honest, or well-supported by evidence.

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