Vocab. Unit 1 Test

Which word MOST NEARLY matches the definition:
(v.) To support with proof or evidence; verify

• emulate

• insatiable

• belabor

• germane

• substantiate

Which word MOST NEARLY matches the definition:
(v.) To imitate with intent to equal or surpass

• emulate

• belabor

• congeal

• coherent

Which word MOST NEARLY matches the definition:
(n.) a formal expression of praise; a lavish tribute

• invidious

• insatiable

• tenable

• encomium

• largesse

Which word MOST NEARLY matches the definition:
(v.) To discuss repeatedly or at length

• coherent

• belabor

• arrogate

• tenable

• invidious

Which word MOST NEARLY matches the definition:
(n.) An inspection or exploration of an area

• coherent

• largesse

• encomium

• intransigent

• reconnaissance

Which word MOST NEARLY matches the definition:
(adj.) Refusing to change position, especially an extreme position; uncompromising

• belabor

• coherent

• intransigent

• temporize

• emulate

Which word MOST NEARLY matches the definition:
(adj.) Not inclined to talk

• taciturn

• emulate

• arrogate

• insatiable

• tenable

Which of the following are ANTONYMS
for the word CARPING?

• 1. generous; giving; unselfish; abstemious

• 1. complimentary; encouraging; flattering; praising

• 1. acquiescing; flexible; pliant; yielding

• 1. provocative; original; creative; innovative

• 1. healing, smoothing; acclaim, praise

Which of the following are ANTONYMS
for the word TACITURN?

• 1. unbelievable; doubtful; farfetched; unconvincing

• 1. dissolve; liquefy; thin; melt

• 1. condemnation; damning; vilification; denunciation

• 1. talkative; gregarious; loquacious; prolix

• 1. allay; abate; subdue

Which of the following are ANTONYMS
for the word SUBSTANTIATE?

• 1. expedite; hasten; rush; hurry

• 1. allay; abate; subdue

• 1. irrelevant; inappropriate; unsuitable

• 1. disprove; refute; deny; belie

• 1. dissolve; liquefy; thin; melt