Vocabulary Level D Unit 2
Choose the best answer in each question.
- 1.
Adjourn means
- A.
Temporarily stop proceedings
- B.
Strengthen
- C.
Difficult to read
- D.
Bringing in money
- E.
To drive out
Correct Answer
A. Temporarily stop proceedingsExplanation
The word "adjourn" refers to the action of temporarily stopping or suspending proceedings, typically in a meeting, court, or legislative session. This break allows participants to rest, gather more information, or resume at a later time. Therefore, "temporarily stop proceedings" is the correct definition for the word "adjourn."Rate this question:
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- 2.
Alien means
- A.
Food for horses
- B.
Difficult to read
- C.
A citizen of another country
- D.
Having a pleasing appearance
- E.
Not regular or consistent
Correct Answer
C. A citizen of another country -
- 3.
Comely means
- A.
Foreign
- B.
Strange
- C.
Having a pleasing appearance
- D.
Having money in stocks
- E.
To repay for services rendered
Correct Answer
C. Having a pleasing appearance -
- 4.
Compensate means
- A.
Loose in one's morals
- B.
Having a pleasing appearance
- C.
To make up for or repay for services
- D.
To rationalize
- E.
To drive out
Correct Answer
C. To make up for or repay for services -
- 5.
Dissolute means
- A.
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- 6.
Erratic means
- A.
Large
- B.
Not regular or consistent
- C.
Favorable
- D.
Profitable
- E.
Steep
Correct Answer
B. Not regular or consistent -
- 7.
Expulsion means
- A.
An ejection
- B.
An election
- C.
A formation
- D.
A summation
- E.
A citation
Correct Answer
A. An ejectionExplanation
Expulsion refers to the act of being ejected or removed from a place or organization. It is the process of being forced out or expelled, usually as a result of misconduct or violation of rules. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "an ejection".Rate this question:
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- 8.
Feint means
- A.
A deliberate deceptive movement
- B.
To fall over unconscious
- C.
To reinforce
- D.
To succumb
- E.
To make fun of rudely
Correct Answer
A. A deliberate deceptive movementExplanation
Feint refers to a deliberate deceptive movement. It is a tactic used to deceive or distract an opponent, typically in sports or combat, by making a false movement or pretending to go in one direction while actually going in another. Feinting is commonly used to create openings or confusion in order to gain an advantage.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Fodder is
- A.
Weaponry
- B.
Salvaged items
- C.
Food for livestock
- D.
Money earned from the sale of dairy products
- E.
Cheering from large crowds
Correct Answer
C. Food for livestock -
- 10.
Fortify means
- A.
Explanation
to strengthen or reinforce, usually in a physical or metaphorical sense. This can involve making something stronger or more secure, such as fortifying a building or fortifying one's defenses. It can also refer to strengthening one's resolve or determination, such as fortifying oneself mentally or emotionally. Fortify can also be used in the context of adding nutrients or supplements to food or drink in order to enhance its nutritional value.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Illegible means
- A.
Hard to handle
- B.
Hard to read
- C.
Hard to digest
- D.
Hard surfaced
- E.
Hard to pick up
Correct Answer
B. Hard to readExplanation
The word "illegible" refers to something that is difficult or hard to read. It does not imply any of the other given options such as being hard to handle, hard to digest, hard surfaced, or hard to pick up. Therefore, the correct answer is "hard to read".Rate this question:
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- 12.
A lucrative business
- A.
Fails miserably
- B.
Makes synthetic products
- C.
Makes money
- D.
Serves the passenger train industry
- E.
Loses money
Correct Answer
C. Makes moneyExplanation
The phrase "A lucrative business" implies that the business is profitable and successful. Therefore, the correct answer "makes money" aligns with the notion that the business is generating a significant amount of profit.Rate this question:
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- 13.
A mediocre performance is
- A.
Average
- B.
Outstanding
- C.
Memorable
- D.
Exceptional
- E.
Distinguished
Correct Answer
A. AverageExplanation
A mediocre performance refers to a performance that is neither outstanding nor exceptional. It is a performance that falls within the middle range, neither particularly good nor particularly bad. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "average".Rate this question:
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- 14.
To proliferate means to
- A.
Extinguish
- B.
Diminish
- C.
Increase
- D.
Expel
- E.
Pronounce
Correct Answer
C. IncreaseExplanation
The word "proliferate" means to increase or multiply rapidly. It does not mean to extinguish, diminish, expel, or pronounce. Therefore, the correct answer is "increase".Rate this question:
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- 15.
Subjugate means to
- A.
Examine closely
- B.
Reduce to ashes
- C.
Ignite
- D.
Conquer by force
- E.
Crown
Correct Answer
D. Conquer by forceExplanation
The word "subjugate" means to bring someone or something under control or domination by force. It implies the act of conquering or overpowering through aggressive means. Therefore, the correct answer is "conquer by force".Rate this question:
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- 16.
To sully one's reputation is to
- A.
Tarnish it
- B.
Improve it
- C.
Purify it
- D.
Cleanse it
- E.
Decontaminate it
Correct Answer
A. Tarnish itExplanation
To sully one's reputation means to tarnish it. Tarnishing refers to the act of damaging or staining something, in this case, a person's reputation. It implies that someone's reputation has been negatively affected, often due to actions or behaviors that are seen as disreputable or immoral. Therefore, the correct answer is "tarnish it."Rate this question:
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- 17.
Tantalize means to
- A.
Torment by teasing
- B.
Make meat tastier
- C.
Insult
- D.
Praise
- E.
Admonish
Correct Answer
A. Torment by teasingExplanation
Tantalize means to torment by teasing someone. This implies that someone is being deliberately provoked or teased in a way that causes them distress or frustration. It does not refer to making meat tastier, insulting, praising, or admonishing someone.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Terse means
- A.
Latent
- B.
Barren
- C.
Easy
- D.
Wordy
- E.
Brief
Correct Answer
E. BriefExplanation
Terse means brief. It refers to something that is concise and to the point, using few words to convey a message or idea. It is the opposite of wordy, which means using an excessive amount of words. Therefore, in this context, the correct answer is brief as it best describes the meaning of the word "terse".Rate this question:
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- 19.
Unflinching means
- A.
Firm
- B.
Successful
- C.
Literate
- D.
False
- E.
Alarming
Correct Answer
A. FirmExplanation
The word "unflinching" means not showing any signs of fear or hesitation. It suggests being steadfast, resolute, and unwavering in one's beliefs or actions. Therefore, the most appropriate synonym for "unflinching" is "firm," as it conveys a similar sense of strength and determination.Rate this question:
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