Practice Vocab Test 1

Which of the four words has most nearly the same meaning as the following underlined word: The cows trod down the road.

• trampled

• closed

• jumped

• handled

Which of the four words has most nearly the same meaning as the following underlined word: An infinite amount of time

• unlimited

• enjoyable

• terrible

• forlorn

Which of the four words has most nearly the same meaning as the following underlined word: A tranquil pond

• peaceful

• choppy

• dangerous

• big

Which of the four words has most nearly the same meaning as the following underlined word: The heat was oppressive.

• excessively harsh

• pleasant

• warm

• hot

Which of the four words has most nearly the same meaning as the following underlined word: A melancholy feeling

• gloomy

• energetic

• thrilling

• happy

Which of the four words has most nearly the same meaning as the following underlined word: connecting rooms

• adjoining

• attractive

• homely

• comfortable

Which of the four words has most nearly the same meaning as the following underlined word: A gallant horse

• brave

• large

• gentle

• thoroughbred

Which of the four words has most nearly the same meaning as the following underlined word: A jaunty attitude

• cheerful

• annoying

• serious

• peaceful

Which of the four words has most nearly the same meaning as the following underlined word: To deduct the cost

• lessen

• increase

• sample

• exceed

Which of the four words has most nearly the same meaning as the following underlined word: The remnants of the meal

• leftovers

• fixings

• dishes

• vegetables