Vocabulary Challenge for Grade 10

Front

What does it mean to "concur" with someone?

Back

To agree with them.

Front

If someone is described as "destitute," what is their likely situation?

Back

They are lacking the basic necessities of life.

Front

What does it mean if something is "transposed"?

Back

It is moved to a different place or context.

Front

Which word is synonymous with "learned" or "scholarly"?

Back

Erudite.

Front

What describes a person who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than by using rational argument?

Back

Demagogue.

Front

What does the term "benevolent" mean?

Back

Well-meaning and kindly.

Front

Define "meticulous."

Back

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

Front

What does "ubiquitous" mean?

Back

Present, appearing, or found everywhere.

Front

What is the meaning of "candid"?

Back

Truthful and straightforward; frank.

Front

Define "ambiguous."

Back

Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.