Week 1 - Day 4: Meanings

What does the word "ellipsis" mean?

• A type of flower

• A series of dots that usually indicates an intentional omission of a word

• A mathematical formula

• A historical period

What does the word "avoid" mean?

• To attract

• To make something

• To keep away from or stop oneself from doing something

• To repair

What does the word "persist" mean?

• To give up easily

• To change frequently

• To continue firmly or obstinately in an opinion or a course of action

• To start something new

What does the word "public" mean?

• Secret and private

• Open to everyone; not private

• Pertaining to a select group

• Something that is lost

What does the word "toll" mean?

• A type of dance

• A small boat

• A charge payable for permission to use a particular bridge or road

• A type of food

What does the word "retrieve" mean?

• To forget

• To throw away

• To get something back

• To paint

What does the word "delicate" mean?

• Very strong

• Easily broken or damaged

• Very large

• Extremely old

What does the word "plebeian" mean?

• Belonging to the highest class

• A type of bird

• Common or vulgar

• A rare gem

What does the word "tally" mean?

• To disagree

• To count or keep score

• To fall down

• To whisper

What does the word "mercenary" mean?

• Generous

• A professional soldier hired to serve in a foreign army

• A type of currency

• A peaceful protest