Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "Boisterously" mean?

• In a quiet and reserved manner

• Loudly or energetically; in a loud, uncontrolled manner

• With great sadness and despair

• Calmly and peacefully

What does the word "Commiserate" mean?

• To express joy and happiness for someone's success

• To ignore or overlook someone's feelings

• To express sympathy or sadness for someone else's misfortune

• To celebrate a festive occasion

What does the word "Desecrate" mean?

• to honor or respect something sacred

• to violate or disrespect something sacred

• to restore or fix something broken

• to believe or trust in something completely

What is the meaning of "Incredulous"?

• not wanting to or able to believe something

• fully convinced or certain about something

• indifferent or unresponsive to emotional situations

• eager and enthusiastic about new experiences

What does the word "Inundate" mean?

• To flood with water

• To overwhelm, to give so much that it cannot be managed

• To dry out completely

• To ignore or neglect

What is the definition of "Malice"?

• A feeling of intense joy

• A legal term for fairness

• Intention or desire to do evil

• A type of spice used in cooking

What does the word "Pugnacious" mean?

• calm, unmoved, not showing emotion or excitement

• ready or eager to argue or fight

• extremely joyful and enthusiastic

• showing great attention to detail

What is the best definition for "Stolid"?

• showing great attention to detail

• extremely joyful and enthusiastic

• calm, unmoved, not showing emotion or excitement

• ready or eager to argue or fight

What does the word "Temerity" mean?

• A) A type of government

• B) Excessive boldness; willingness to do or say something that shocks people

• C) A historical period

• D) A scientific term

What is the definition of "Vernacular"?

• A) A type of plant

• B) A mathematical concept

• C) The form of language that a particular group uses naturally; everyday speech

• D) A legal document