p.18
Vocabulary Development
What does 'anarchy' refer to?
A state without rule or government.
p.20
Vocabulary Development
What does 'arduous' mean?
Hard, strenuous, taxing, or laborious.
p.2
Vocabulary Development
What does 'acerbic' describe?
A sharp or caustic commentary.
p.17
Vocabulary Development
What does 'ineptitude' refer to?
A lack of skill or ability; incompetence.
p.28
Vocabulary Development
What does 'symbiosis' refer to?
A relationship where two different organisms live together, often benefiting each other.
p.16
Vocabulary Development
What does 'superannuated' refer to?
Something that is outdated or obsolete.
p.22
Vocabulary Development
What does 'authentication' refer to?
The process of verifying or confirming a document.
p.22
Vocabulary Development
What does 'autonomous' mean?
Self-governing or independent.
p.28
Vocabulary Development
What is an example of a biodegradable item?
A biodegradable container.
p.7
Vocabulary Development
What does 'attire' refer to?
Preferred formal clothing or garments.
p.13
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'preamble'?
An introduction or preliminary statement, such as the preamble to the U.S. Constitution.
p.23
Language Usage in Context
Where can you find an aviary?
The zoo has a new outdoor aviary.
p.3
Language Usage in Context
In what context might 'abeyance' be used?
Our weekend plans were held in abeyance until we could get a weather forecast.
p.25
Vocabulary Development
What does 'belligerency' refer to?
The state of being engaged in war or conflict.
p.4
Vocabulary Development
What does 'affirm' mean?
To state or assert positively.
p.5
Vocabulary Development
What does the word 'allure' mean?
Attraction, appeal, or enticement.
p.12
Vocabulary Development
What does 'inalienable' mean?
Rights that cannot be taken away.
p.31
Vocabulary Development
What is the definition of 'boor'?
A loudmouthed lout, oaf, or philistine.
p.10
Vocabulary Development
What is an example of an 'exacting' employer?
An employer who is demanding, stringent, or rigorous.
p.14
Vocabulary Development
How is 'amateurish' defined?
Something that is lacking in skill or professionalism.
p.33
Vocabulary Development
What does 'canny' mean?
Shrewd, astute, or perspicacious.
p.32
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'incidental'?
Expenses that are subsidiary, subordinate, or secondary.
p.16
Language Usage in Context
In what context is 'animosity' used in the example sentence?
To indicate setting aside personal hostilities to work together.
p.10
Vocabulary Development
What does 'exigent' refer to?
Urgent, emergent, critical circumstances.
p.30
Vocabulary Development
What does 'perplex' mean?
To puzzle, bewilder, or mystify.
p.12
Literary Devices and Techniques
What is the meaning of 'allegory'?
A narrative that represents abstract ideas through characters and events.
p.30
Vocabulary Development
What does 'inapplicable' mean?
Irrelevant, unrelated, extraneous.
p.10
Vocabulary Development
What does 'cogent' mean?
Convincing, compelling, potent.
What is a synonym for 'appease'?
Pacify, conciliate, or placate.
p.17
Vocabulary Development
What does 'anterior' mean?
Referring to something that is located before or in front, such as the anterior lobe of the brain.
p.26
Language Usage in Context
In what context is 'antebellum' used in the example sentence?
The movie is set in the antebellum South.
p.14
Vocabulary Development
What is the definition of 'amphibian'?
An animal that can live both in water and on land, such as frogs.
p.14
Synonyms and Antonyms
What is a synonym for 'enamored'?
Infatuated with or captivated by.
p.31
Vocabulary Development
What does 'bovine' refer to?
Relating to cows; can also describe a gentle, slightly cow-like expression.
p.7
Vocabulary Development
What does the verb 'ascertain' mean?
To confirm, verify, or establish information.
p.1
Vocabulary Development
What does 'anodyne' mean?
Innocuous, inoffensive, or bland.
p.12
Literary Devices and Techniques
What is an example of an allegory?
The long poem is an allegory of love and jealousy.
p.15
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'misanthrope'?
A confirmed hater of mankind.
p.10
Vocabulary Development
How is the term 'prodigal' used in context?
Describing someone who is extravagant or a spendthrift.
p.29
Vocabulary Development
What does 'exploit' mean in the context of sports?
To utilize or manipulate opponents' weaknesses.
p.20
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'artifact'?
A skillfully made object, often of historical significance.
p.4
Vocabulary Development
What is the definition of 'accomplice'?
A person who helps another commit a crime, such as murder.
p.27
Vocabulary Development
What is a 'bevy'?
A congregation or gathering, often referred to as a bevy of girls.
What are some synonyms for 'accomplice'?
Accessory, collaborator, conspirator.
p.2
Language Usage in Context
How can 'acidulous' be used to describe a drink?
A slightly acidulous drink.
p.4
Vocabulary Development
What does 'acquiesce' mean?
To accept something reluctantly but without protest.
p.19
Vocabulary Development
What does 'ardent' mean?
Having or showing intense enthusiasm or passion.
p.20
Vocabulary Development
What does 'asperity' mean?
Roughness, harshness, or acerbity.
p.30
Vocabulary Development
What does 'supplicate' mean?
To entreat, beseech, or petition.
p.16
Vocabulary Development
What does the word 'animosity' mean?
Hostility or enmity; a strong feeling of dislike.
p.18
Language Usage in Context
What is an example of an arbitrary decision?
Choosing a vacation spot without any specific criteria.
p.2
Vocabulary Development
What is an example of 'atypical' in a medical context?
An atypical form of a disease.
p.25
Vocabulary Development
What does the verb 'abate' mean?
To subside, slacken, or recede.
p.10
Vocabulary Development
What characterizes an 'intransigent' attitude?
Being uncompromising, obdurate, or obstinate.
p.6
Vocabulary Development
What does 'arraign' mean?
To formally accuse or indict someone in a court of law.
p.16
Language Usage in Context
How is 'perennial' used in the example sentence?
To describe flooding as a recurring problem for people living by the river.
p.22
Vocabulary Development
What does 'august' signify?
Great, grand, or majestic.
p.7
Descriptive Language and Adjectives
What does 'assertive' describe?
A forceful, bold, or decisive leader.
p.23
Vocabulary Development
What does 'auspicious' mean?
Favorable, propitious, opportune.
p.7
Vocabulary Development
What does the verb 'attest' mean?
To confirm, verify, or substantiate.
p.17
Vocabulary Development
What is the relationship between 'apt' and 'adept'?
'Apt' means fit or suitable, while 'adept' refers to being skilled or proficient.
p.11
Language Usage in Context
How was 'nostalgia' used in a sentence?
He was filled with nostalgia for his college days.
p.19
Synonyms and Antonyms
What is a synonym for 'ardent'?
Zealous, enthusiastic, or fervent.
p.6
Vocabulary Development
What is the definition of 'apparition'?
A ghostly figure or phantom, often claimed to be seen, such as a deceased person.
p.22
Vocabulary Development
What does the term 'inaugurate' mean?
To initiate, launch, or commence something, such as a new trade policy.
p.30
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'implicate'?
To involve or embroil in something.
p.17
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'antiquated'?
Describing methods or things that are obsolete, outmoded, or anachronistic.
p.14
Vocabulary Development
What does 'amiable' mean?
Having a friendly and pleasant manner.
p.16
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'perennial'?
Something that is enduring or recurring, such as a problem.
p.18
Language Usage in Context
What situation does 'anarchy' describe?
Turmoil and chaos in the empire's remote provinces.
p.32
Synonyms and Antonyms
What is a synonym for 'casualty'?
Victim, fatality, or mortality.
p.11
Vocabulary Development
What is an analgesic?
A substance that relieves pain.
p.33
Vocabulary Development
What does 'uncanny' describe?
A mysterious or extraordinary resemblance.
p.16
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'antedate'?
To precede in time or to come before.
p.11
Vocabulary Development
What does 'nostalgia' mean?
Home pain or a longing for the past.
p.29
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'compliance'?
Acting in conformity with laws or regulations.
p.27
Vocabulary Development
What does 'sobriety' refer to?
The state of being sober.
p.11
Vocabulary Development
What does 'adulterate' mean?
To make something impure by adding another substance.
p.32
Word Origins and Etymology
What does the prefix 'cid' in 'incidental' imply?
It implies 'fall' or 'befall'.
What is a synonym for 'allay'?
Alleviate, diminish, or relieve.
p.17
Vocabulary Development
What is 'adaptation' in the context of the environment?
The process of adjusting or fitting to the environment.
p.25
Language Usage in Context
In what context is 'abate' used in the example sentence?
People came out when the hurricane had abated.
p.3
Descriptive Language and Adjectives
What does 'acute' mean in the context of the mind?
Sharp or highly developed.
p.32
Descriptive Language and Adjectives
What does 'decadent' describe?
A wealthy and dissolute lifestyle.
p.17
Vocabulary Development
What does 'adept' mean?
Being proficient or skilled at something, such as fixing cars.
p.31
Language Usage in Context
What is an example of an abbreviation?
'Vice President' is often abbreviated as 'VP.'
p.12
Vocabulary Development
What is 'altruism'?
The selfless concern for the well-being of others.
p.31
Vocabulary Development
What does 'abridge' mean?
To shorten, especially in reference to texts.
p.19
Vocabulary Development
What does 'patriarch' mean?
A male leader or ruler, often of a family.
p.20
Vocabulary Development
How can 'inert' be used in a sentence regarding the economy?
How to stimulate the inert economy and create jobs.
p.5
Vocabulary Development
What does 'amenable' describe?
Being compliant or tractable.
p.13
Language Usage in Context
How is 'ambulatory' used in context?
Describing theatrical companies that are itinerant or touring.
p.14
Vocabulary Development
What does 'enamor' mean?
To make someone fall in love.
p.1
Vocabulary Development
What does 'abysmal' describe?
Profound or bottomless, often used to describe living conditions.
p.26
Word Origins and Etymology
What does 'antebellum' mean?
Before war; often refers to the period before the American Civil War.
p.3
Vocabulary Development
What does 'acumen' refer to?
A sharpness of mind, particularly in business.
p.20
Vocabulary Development
In what context is 'arduous' often used?
Years of arduous training.
p.23
Vocabulary Development
What is an 'aviator'?
A person who flies an aircraft.
p.18
Language Usage in Context
What is an example of archaic language?
The wordings in the King James Bible.
p.11
Language Usage in Context
In what context was the term 'analgesic' used?
The doctor prescribed an analgesic and rest for my injured knee.
p.19
Vocabulary Development
What is a 'matriarch'?
A female leader or ruler, often of a family or tribe.
p.28
Vocabulary Development
What does 'biodegradable' mean?
Capable of being decomposed by biological agents.
p.20
Vocabulary Development
What does 'inert' describe?
Something that is not active or lacking skill; sluggish or lifeless.
p.2
Vocabulary Development
What is the 'acme' of something?
The highest point or zenith.
p.23
Vocabulary Development
What is an 'aviary'?
A large enclosure for birds.
p.5
Vocabulary Development
What is the purpose of 'ameliorate'?
To better or improve a situation.
p.3
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'abeyance'?
A state of suspension or dormancy.
p.27
Vocabulary Development
What does 'imbibe' mean?
To absorb, assimilate, or ingest.
p.11
Language Usage in Context
In what context was 'adulterate' used?
The company was fined for adulterating its hamburgers with cereal.
p.27
Vocabulary Development
What is 'bifurcation'?
The process of bifurcating or splitting into two branches.
p.8
Descriptive Language and Adjectives
What does 'agility' refer to?
The ability to move quickly and easily.
p.18
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'arbitrary'?
A decision made without any specific reason; capricious or random.
p.1
Vocabulary Development
In what context is 'adamant' used?
To describe someone unyielding or obstinate.
p.28
Vocabulary Development
What does 'bilingual' mean?
Having the ability to speak two languages.
p.32
Vocabulary Development
What does 'cadence' refer to?
A rhythm, tempo, or beat.
What are synonyms for 'acumen'?
Astuteness, acuity, shrewdness.
p.33
Vocabulary Development
What does 'cunning' refer to?
A wily, sly, or crafty plan.
p.19
Vocabulary Development
What does 'hierarchy' mean?
A system of ranking or grading, such as in a corporate structure.
p.1
Vocabulary Development
What does 'atrophy' refer to?
The process of muscles dwindling or deteriorating due to lack of nourishment.
p.3
Language Usage in Context
What is an example of 'acute' used in a sentence?
He has an exceptionally acute mind.
p.32
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'deciduous'?
Referring to trees that shed their leaves.
p.23
Language Usage in Context
In what context can 'auspicious' be used?
Made an auspicious beginning.
p.16
Language Usage in Context
How is 'antedate' used in the example sentence?
To indicate that the church existed before the village.
p.7
Language and Communication Skills
What is 'testimony'?
A formal statement or declaration.
What are some synonyms for 'anesthetic'?
Soporific, analgesic, anodyne.
p.2
Vocabulary Development
What does 'acrimony' refer to?
Sharpness or bitterness in a dispute.
p.8
Language Usage in Context
What does 'mitigate' mean?
To act mildly or lessen the effects.
p.28
Synonyms and Antonyms
What are synonyms for 'supple'?
Pliant, pliable, flexible.
p.27
Vocabulary Development
What does 'bifurcate' mean?
To diverge, fork, or split into two.
p.13
Vocabulary Development
What does 'perambulate' mean?
To walk through or traverse an area.
p.6
Vocabulary Development
What does 'appraise' mean?
To assess or evaluate something, such as damage.
p.12
Vocabulary Development
What is an example of using 'alias' in a sentence?
The criminal travels under an alias.
p.19
Vocabulary Development
What does the term 'archetype' refer to?
A typical example or embodiment of a certain type, such as a successful businessman.
p.22
Vocabulary Development
What does 'augment' mean?
To increase or enhance something.
p.14
Vocabulary Development
What does 'amicability' refer to?
The quality of being friendly and agreeable.
p.10
Vocabulary Development
What does 'prodigious' mean?
Tremendous, enormous, colossal.
p.20
Vocabulary Development
Provide an example of where artifacts might be found.
Caves containing prehistoric artifacts.
p.29
Vocabulary Development
What does 'inexplicable' mean?
Unaccountable or incomprehensible.
p.5
Vocabulary Development
In what context is 'amalgamated' used?
When combining entities, like a hospital and a university.
What are synonyms for 'exacerbate'?
Aggravate, inflame, compound.
p.27
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'sober'?
Sensible, rational, or serious.
p.3
Vocabulary Development
What does 'abase' mean?
To lower or degrade oneself.
p.25
Vocabulary Development
How can 'belligerent' be defined?
Hostile or aggressive; engaged in war.
p.4
Vocabulary Development
What does 'addicted' refer to?
Being dependent on or hooked on something, like gambling.
p.4
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'adulation'?
Excessive admiration or praise.
p.11
Vocabulary Development
What does 'alienate' mean?
To cause someone to feel isolated or estranged.
What are some synonyms for 'agility'?
Nimbleness, dexterity, deftness.
p.24
Literary Devices and Techniques
What is a common example of hyperbole?
Hungry enough to eat a horse.
p.29
Vocabulary Development
What does the term 'deploy' mean in a military context?
To position or post troops for battle.
p.31
Vocabulary Development
What does 'bucolic' mean?
Relating to the pleasant aspects of the countryside; pastoral.
What are synonyms for 'acerbic'?
Caustic, sarcastic, satirical.
p.27
Vocabulary Development
What does 'imbue' mean?
To permeate, infuse, or saturate.
p.28
Vocabulary Development
What does 'supple' mean?
Bending and moving easily and gracefully.
p.33
Vocabulary Development
What does 'incandescent' mean?
Radiant, brilliant, or burning.
p.25
Language Usage in Context
What is an example of 'belligerent' in a sentence?
He was drunk and belligerent.
p.24
Descriptive Language and Adjectives
What does 'hyperbolic' mean?
Relating to exaggeration or overstatement.
p.6
Descriptive Language and Adjectives
What does 'array' refer to in a noun form?
An arrangement or assemblage, such as wine goblets on a shelf.
p.7
Language Usage in Context
How can information be ascertained?
By anyone with a computer.
p.1
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'aseptic'?
Sanitary, sterile, or sterilized.
p.12
Vocabulary Development
What does 'alternative' refer to?
Options or choices available.
p.15
Vocabulary Development
What is 'philanthropy'?
The love of mankind, often expressed through charitable actions.
p.26
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'benignity'?
The quality of being benign.
p.25
Language Usage in Context
How is 'lambaste' used in a sentence?
Critics lambasted his performance.
p.25
Descriptive Language and Adjectives
What does 'rebellious' describe?
Troops that are against authority or control.
p.26
Synonyms and Antonyms
What is a synonym for 'bountiful'?
Generous, munificent, magnanimous.
p.25
Vocabulary Development
What is the meaning of 'bellicose'?
Warlike or inclined to fight.
p.26
Descriptive Language and Adjectives
What does 'debonair' describe?
A suave and nonchalant man, often well-dressed.
p.7
Descriptive Language and Adjectives
What does it mean to be 'attuned'?
To be adapted or adjusted to a particular environment.
p.13
Synonyms and Antonyms
What are synonyms for 'preamble'?
Overture, prelude, prologue.
p.29
Vocabulary Development
What does 'implicit' mean?
Absolute or unconditional.
What are some synonyms for 'adulation'?
Worship, lionization, idolization.
p.11
Language Usage in Context
How was 'alienate' used in a sentence?
Her position on this issue has alienated many former supporters.
p.13
Synonyms and Antonyms
What are synonyms for 'ambience'?
Atmosphere, aura, milieu.
p.26
Vocabulary Development
What does 'benign' mean?
Good; can refer to a non-cancerous tumor or something environmentally harmless.
p.2
Vocabulary Development
What does 'acidulous' mean?
Slightly sharp or acidic.
p.28
Vocabulary Development
What is an example of symbiosis in a sentence?
The symbiosis of arms dealers and the military.
p.26
Vocabulary Development
What does 'bounty' refer to?
The beneficence and generosity of the charity.
p.33
Vocabulary Development
What does 'candid' mean?
Forthright, frank, or sincere.
p.12
Synonyms and Antonyms
What is a synonym for 'altruism'?
Philanthropy or selflessness.
p.8
Language Usage in Context
How are emergency funds related to mitigation?
They help mitigate the effects of disasters.
p.28
Vocabulary Development
What does 'explicit' mean?
Clearly stated and leaving no room for confusion.
p.4
Vocabulary Development
What is an example of an 'affront'?
An insult or offense to someone's dignity.
p.21
Language Usage in Context
How is 'exasperate' used in a sentence?
We were exasperated by the delays.
What are some synonyms for 'agony'?
Anguish, torment, affliction.
p.20
Vocabulary Development
How was 'asperity' used in a sentence?
She responded with such asperity that we knew she was deeply offended by the question.
p.28
Language Usage in Context
What is an example of 'explicit' in a sentence?
They were given explicit instructions.
p.8
Cultural References in Language
What is the significance of navigation for sailors?
Sailors navigated by the stars for thousands of years.
p.9
Vocabulary Development
What does 'ambiguity' refer to?
The quality of being open to more than one interpretation, as in 'the ambiguity of the clairvoyant’s messages.'
p.13
Descriptive Language and Adjectives
What does 'ambience' refer to?
The atmosphere or mood of a place.
p.24
Cultural References in Language
How are national frontiers described in relation to mankind?
As more of a bane than a boon.
p.9
Vocabulary Development
What does 'agony' mean?
Intense pain or suffering, as in 'She was in terrible agony after breaking her leg.'
p.9
Vocabulary Development
What does 'castigate' mean?
To reprimand someone severely, as in 'The manager castigated him for his constant tardiness.'
p.21
Vocabulary Development
What does the term 'aspersion' refer to?
A derogatory remark or defamation.
p.21
Cultural References in Language
What does 'augury' refer to?
A method of predicting the future by observing birds.
What are some synonyms for 'ambiguity'?
Ambivalence, vagueness, uncertainty.
p.21
Synonyms and Antonyms
What is a synonym for 'articulate'?
Lucid, intelligible, comprehensible.
p.9
Vocabulary Development
What does 'antagonize' mean?
To provoke someone or create hostility, as in 'He didn’t mean to antagonize you.'
p.9
Vocabulary Development
What does 'coagulate' mean?
To change from a liquid to a thickened or solid state, as in 'The eggs coagulate when heated.'
p.21
Synonyms and Antonyms
What is a synonym for 'aspersion'?
Defamation, libel, slander.
p.21
Descriptive Language and Adjectives
What is the meaning of 'articulate' as an adjective?
Able to express ideas clearly and effectively.
What are some synonyms for 'castigate'?
Chastise, reprimand, rebuke.
What are some synonyms for 'antagonize'?
Alienate, estrange, provoke.
p.21
Cultural References in Language
What is an example of an augury?
A broken mirror is said to be an augury of seven years of bad luck.
p.9
Vocabulary Development
What is an 'axiom'?
A statement or proposition that is regarded as being self-evidently true, as in 'Survival of the fittest is one of the key axioms of the theory of evolution.'
