Vocabulary Unit 2 English II

Which word is the antonym of altrusitic?

• selfish

• selfless

• generous

• bold

Which word is the opposite of embark?

• plod

• begin

• disembark

• launch

Which word is the opposite of indomitable?

• surrendering

• unconquerable

• invulnerable

Which word is the antonym of dearth?

• inadequacy

• paucity

• surplus

• famine

Which word is the antonym of audacious?

• brash

• bold

• diffident

• jaunty

Which is a synonym for temerity?

• rashness

• timidity

• diffidence

• humility

What is an unfeigned person like?

• Malevolent and selfish

• Genuine and sincere

• Phony and mean

• Insincere and rude

The bubonic plague was a _________ epidemic.

• infallible

• facile

• virulent

• venial

A (n) _______ may bequeath person money or assets to a relative in his or her will.

• benefactor

• malefactor

• coincidence

• imposter

People with _______ dispositions could benefit from anger management therapy.

• truculent

• infallible

• cogent

• remiss