Grade 8 Word Meaning Quiz

What is the meaning of the word 'advocate'?

• to publicly support or recommend a particular cause or policy

• to remain neutral and not take a stand on any cause or policy

• to oppose or criticize a particular cause or policy

• to be indifferent and not care about any cause or policy

What does 'antipathy' mean?

• A strong feeling of dislike or hostility

• A feeling of indifference and apathy

• A neutral feeling towards someone or something

• A strong feeling of love and affection

Define 'emancipate'.

• To set free or liberate from oppression, constraints, or limitations.

• To imprison or confine

• To restrict or limit further

• To enslave or subjugate

Explain the meaning of 'idiosyncrasy'.

• A mathematical equation used to calculate the circumference of a circle

• A type of rock formation found in caves

• A type of flower found in the Amazon rainforest

• A mode of behavior or way of thought peculiar to an individual

What is the meaning of 'imminent'?

• happened already

• about to happen

• never going to happen

• happening slowly

How would you define 'impede'?

• To hinder or obstruct

• To speed up or expedite

• To encourage or promote

• To assist or facilitate

What does 'inclusive' mean?

• To include everyone or everything, not leaving any person or group out.

• To exclude certain people or things

• To be undecided about who to include

• To only include a few people or things

Explain the meaning of 'jurisdiction'.

• Power to control the weather

• Authority to perform medical surgeries

• Official power to make legal decisions and judgments

• Ability to cook delicious food

Define 'precarious'.

• In a state of stability and safety

• In a state of abundance and prosperity

• In a state of clarity and certainty

• In a state of uncertainty or danger

What is the meaning of 'preposterous'?

• intelligent or wise

• reasonable or plausible

• absurd or ridiculous

• logical or sensible