Senior English Vocabulary

What is the definition of 'abate'?

• To increase in intensity or spread.

• To become less intense or widespread.

• To remain constant in intensity or spread.

• To have no effect on intensity or spread.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What does 'benevolent' mean?

• mean, rude, and inconsiderate

• cruel, selfish, and unkind

• greedy, stingy, and ungenerous

• kind, generous, and helpful

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the definition of 'candor'?

• The definition of 'candor' is the quality of being open, honest, and sincere in speech or expression.

• The definition of 'candor' is the quality of being indecisive and uncertain in speech or expression.

• The definition of 'candor' is the quality of being shy and reserved in speech or expression.

• The definition of 'candor' is the quality of being deceptive and insincere in speech or expression.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What does 'deleterious' mean?

• causing harm or damage

• neutral or harmless

• beneficial or advantageous

• healing or therapeutic

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the meaning of 'eloquent'?

• having a limited vocabulary

• struggling to express thoughts

• using language in a confusing manner

• having or showing the ability to use language fluently and persuasively

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does 'fortuitous' mean?

• happening by chance or accident

• predictable or expected

• planned or intentional

• caused by supernatural forces

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is the definition of 'gregarious'?

• someone who prefers to be alone; introverted

• someone who is afraid of socializing; shy

• someone who is fond of company; sociable

• someone who is indifferent to social interactions; aloof

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does 'hedonistic' mean?

• avoiding pleasure and self-indulgence

• prioritizing work and productivity

• embracing pain and suffering

• pursuing pleasure and self-indulgence

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the meaning of 'altruistic'?

• showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others

• showing a selfish concern for the well-being of others

• showing no concern for the well-being of others

• showing a concern only for oneself

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does 'ephemeral' mean?

• lasting for a very short time or temporary

• long-lasting

• enduring

• permanent

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F