Vocabulary Challenge

What is a synonym for the word 'abandon'?

• Forsake

• Embrace

• Retain

• Secure

Choose the antonym for the word 'dismal':

• Hopeful

• Gloomy

• Cheerful

• Bright

In which sentence is the word 'elaborate' used correctly?

• She elaborated the book from the shelf.

• I don't want to elaborate in the rain.

• The speaker asked me to elaborate on my answer.

• The elaborate cat jumped over the fence.

What is the definition of the word 'relinquish'?

• To accidentally drop or lose something

• To acquire and hold onto something

• To aggressively pursue and obtain something

• To relinquish means to voluntarily give up or let go of something.

Complete the sentence: The detective was able to _______ the mystery.

• ignore

• create

• solve

• complicate

What is a synonym for the word 'tedious'?

• Interesting

• Exciting

• Boring

• Fascinating

Choose the antonym for the word 'prosperous':

• struggling

• unsuccessful

• fortunate

• poverty

In which sentence is the word 'ominous' used correctly?

• The dark clouds in the sky looked ominous, signaling an approaching storm.

• The children played in the park under the ominous sunshine.

• The teacher's smile was ominous as she handed out the pop quiz.

• The cheerful music had an ominous effect on the party guests.

What is the definition of the word 'elude'?

• Elude means to attract or draw in someone or something.

• Elude means to evade or escape from someone or something.

• Elude means to confront or face someone or something.

• Elude means to capture or seize someone or something.