Vocabulary Power Plus Book 1 Lesson 13

Which word best describes a situation where someone is involved in a difficult situation or conflict?

• Embroil

• Humane

• Lament

• Envisage

What does the word "anachronism" refer to?

• A person who supports another in a subordinate, often demeaning position

• Something that is not in its correct historical or chronological time

• A widespread disaster causing great loss of life

• Speaking in a very enthusiastic or expressive manner

Which word means to speak about someone or something in a way that shows strong disapproval?

• Denigrate

• Lethal

• Haughty

• Nemesis

What does "humane" mean?

• Showing compassion or benevolence

• No longer existing or functioning

• To imagine or foresee something

• To express sorrow or regret

Which word describes an outpouring of words or feelings?

• Holocaust

• Effusive

• Gape

• Impertinent

What does "defunct" mean?

• Deadly or fatal

• No longer existing or functioning

• Arrogantly superior and disdainful

• A person's opponent or enemy

Which word best describes someone who is overly bold or rude?

• Lackey

• Impertinent

• Haughty

• Lethal

What does "haughty" mean?

• Showing sorrow or grief

• Arrogantly superior and disdainful

• To stare with an open mouth

• To involve someone deeply in an argument, conflict, or difficult situation

Which word best fits the definition of a formidable opponent or rival?

• Nemesis

• Lethal

• Lackey

• Envisage

What does "lethal" mean?

• Capable of causing death

• To mourn a loss or death

• To predict or foresee

• No longer active or in use