English 11 Middle School Words

Which term means "a natural ability to do something"?

• aptitude

• meticulous

• pertinent

• restitution

Which term means "standing out so as to be clearly visible"?

• conspicuous

• deft

• egregious

• imperious

Which term means "speak or act in opposition to"?

• counter

• jargon

• terse

• zeal

Which term means "the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt"?

• disdain

• counter

• dispel

• quell

Which term means "attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble; secretive"?

• furtive

• conspicuous

• repugnant

• versatile

Which term means "special words or expressions that are used by a particular profession or group and are difficult for others to understand"?

• jargon

• uncanny

• ominous

• meticulous

Which term means "relevant or applicable to a particular matter; on point"?

• pertinent

• terse

• imperious

• deft

Which term means "in its original condition; unspoiled; spotless"?

• pristine

• versatile

• restitution

• egregious

Which term means "the restoration of something lost or stolen to its proper owner"?

• restitution

• vigilant

• imperious

• counter

Which term means "sparing in the use of words; abrupt"?

• terse

• uncanny

• repugnant

• egregious