Vocabulary Challenge

What is the synonym of 'wan'?

• pale

• sallow

• ashen

• pallid

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

What is the meaning of 'edify'?

• To instruct or improve someone morally or intellectually.

• To criticize or belittle someone.

• To confuse or mislead someone.

• To entertain or amuse someone.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.5

What does 'labyrinth' mean?

• A simple and straightforward path or passage.

• A complex and intricate maze or a confusing network of paths or passages.

• A clear and easy-to-navigate maze.

• A linear and uncomplicated network of paths.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Choose the synonym for 'rabid':

• Fanatical

• fierce

• enraged

• angry

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.5

What is the definition of 'kinetic'?

• The speed of an object in motion.

• Energy of an object in motion

• The force exerted by an object at rest.

• The potential energy stored in an object.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Which word is an antonym for 'jettison'?

• retain

• keep

• preserve

• maintain

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5

What is the synonym of 'taciturn'?

• reserved

• chatty

• outgoing

• talkative

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

Choose the correct antonym for 'saccharine':

• spicy

• sour

• salty

• bitter

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5

What is the definition of 'fallible'?

• capable of making mistakes
• unable to make mistakes
• perfect
• infallible

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which of the following is NOT a synonym for 'xenophobe'?

• prejudiced
• xenophile
• bigot
• racist

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A