Vocabulary Quiz

What is the meaning of the word 'abashed'?

• a) Confident

• b) Embarrassed

• c) Excited

• d) Relieved

Which word means 'withdrawn, standing apart from others by choice'?

• a) Aloof

• b) Genial

• c) Finesse

• d) Resolute

What does the word 'anguish' mean?

• a) Joy

• b) Sorrow

• c) Comfort

• d) Excitement

What is the definition of 'articulate'?

• a) Unable to use language effectively

• b) Expressed clearly and forcefully

• c) Confused and disoriented

• d) Lacking in communication skills

What does the word 'bask' mean?

• a) To expose oneself to unpleasant warmth

• b) To take pleasure in or derive enjoyment from

• c) To avoid warmth and comfort

• d) To dislike and avoid enjoyment

What is the meaning of the word 'defect'?

• a) A perfect quality or characteristic

• b) To join a cause or organization

• c) An imperfection or flaw

• d) To improve or enhance

What does 'finesse' mean?

• a) Delicate skill and cleverness

• b) Clumsiness and lack of tact

• c) To accomplish something by force

• d) To avoid using skill or cleverness

What is the definition of 'flaunt'?

• a) To display in a conceited, offensive way

• b) To hide or conceal

• c) To wave or flutter modestly

• d) To show off in a humble manner

What does the word 'forthright' mean?

• a) Indirect and evasive

• b) Frank and direct

• c) Uncertain and hesitant

• d) Deceptive and misleading

What is the meaning of the word 'genial'?

• a) Unfriendly and cold

• b) Cordial and pleasantly cheerful

• c) Rude and impolite

• d) Serious and somber