Vocabulary Quiz Unit 13

What is the definition of 'enormity'?

• exceeding moral bounds

• immensity

• a size

• evil act

Define 'simper'.

• to smile in a silly way

• Motto for The Marines

• to cry in a sad way

• to make a forced grin

What does 'foreboding' mean?

• warning of community events

• ominous feeling

• marked by joy

• omniscient

Explain 'wry'.

• gnarled

• hyperbole

• grimly furry

• cleverly humorous

What is the meaning of 'attest'?

• bear witness

• an exam

• comfortable

• variation

What is the meaning of 'malinger'?

• pretend to be ill

• bad vibes

• baddness that lingers

• shark's hunting grounds

What does 'vilify' mean?

• abuse

• little

• antagonist

• defame

Explain 'falter'.

• avoid

• insults

• stumble

• say nice things

What does 'imperative' mean?

• utilitarian

• necessary

• requested

• commander

What is the meaning of 'haughty'?

• to do wrong

• great sorrow

• arrogant

• very warm