Context Clues #15

The elaborate coiffure was comprised of over five hundred tiny braids, and it took three stylists ten hours to finish the look.

Using context clues, determine the meaning of the word "coiffure."

• hairstyle

• coffee

• decoration

• beard

Fitness experts recommend trying a smorgasbord of cardiovascular activities until you discover which activities you like the best.

Using context clues, determine the meaning of the word "smorgasbord."

• narrow choice

• heart-related

• few

• wide variety

While the car appears to be copacetic, my mechanic has to check it out before I make you an offer.

Using context clues, determine the meaning of the word "copacetic."

• unacceptable

• in good order

• not working

• cheap

Cards and gifts arrived by mail to felicitate the graduate on his academic achievements.

Using context clues, determine the meaning of the word "felicitate."

• notify

• congratulate

• make fun of

• criticize

Though he swore he would not date again anytime soon, he was smitten with yet another girl in his class.

Using context clues, determine the meaning of the word "smitten."

• not noticing

• unimpressed

• annoyed

• struck by affection

Although she has fallen into disfavor with her boss, the effect on her reputation will probably be more temporary than indelible.

Using context clues, determine the meaning of the word "indelible."

• passing

• permanent

• worrisome

• amusing

A huge dichotomy between the rich and the poor is one factor which separates many cultures.

Using context clues, determine the meaning of the word "dichotomy."

• contrast between two opposites

• things in common between two items

• source of agreement

• financial aid

After giving his best effort in a very close match, the young boxer was crestfallen when the judges announced the scores in his opponent’s favor.

Using context clues, determine the meaning of the word "crestfallen."

• cheerful and happy

• calm and professional

• dejected and disappointed

• energetic and excited

A person with one blue eye and one brown eye is said to have a genetic aberration.

Using context clues, determine the meaning of the word "aberration."

• departure from normal

• DNA

• common trait

• hybrid

Despite the writer’s use of circumlocution in his article, it was still quite evident he knew nothing about his subject.

Using context clues, determine the meaning of the word "circumlocution."

• accurate statement of facts

• talking all around a subject by using many words

• getting right the point

• data and evidence