Vocabulary Quiz 2

What is the meaning of the verb "alleviate"?

• To make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe

• To make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better

• To make (something) worse

• To make (something) unclear

Which of the following is a synonym for "alleviate"?

• Aggravate

• Worsen

• Ease

• Deteriorate

Which of the following is an antonym for "alleviate"?

• Relieve

• Improve

• Enhance

• Aggravate

What does the adjective "ambiguous" mean?

• Clear and definite

• Open to more than one interpretation

• Lacking interest

• Short and amusing story

Which of the following is a synonym for "ambiguous"?

• Clear

• Definite

• Vague

• Certain

Which of the following is an antonym for "ambiguous"?

• Unclear

• Vague

• Definite

• Double meaning

What is the meaning of the verb "ameliorate"?

• To make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better

• To make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe

• To make (something) worse

• To make (something) unclear

Which of the following is a synonym for "ameliorate"?

• Worsen

• Deteriorate

• Enhance

• Aggravate

Which of the following is an antonym for "ameliorate"?

• Improve

• Enhance

• Worsen

• Relieve

What does the noun "anecdote" mean?

• A short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person

• Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern

• Open to more than one interpretation

• To make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better