Vocabulary Workshop Level C, Unit 5

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What is the meaning of 'jurisdiction'?

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Jurisdiction refers to the official power to make legal decisions and judgments, especially in a specific area or field.

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What is an antonym for 'prodigal'?

Back

An antonym for 'prodigal' is 'economical', which means using resources carefully and not wastefully.

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What does 'aghast' mean?

Back

Aghast means filled with shock or horror.

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What does it mean to 'intrigue' someone?

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To intrigue someone means to arouse their curiosity or interest.

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What is a synonym for 'ample'?

Back

A synonym for 'ample' is 'sufficient', meaning enough or adequate.

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What does 'plebeian' refer to?

Back

Plebeian refers to a common person or someone of the lower social class.

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What does 'facetious' mean?

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Facetious means treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor.

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What is the meaning of 'indiscriminated'?

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Indiscriminated means done without careful judgment or distinction.

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What does 'plausible' mean?

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Plausible means seeming reasonable or probable.

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What is the meaning of 'intrigue' in a secretive context?

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In a secretive context, 'intrigue' means to engage in secret plotting or scheming.