12/2 Vocab Work- 12A

What does acquisitive most likely mean in the context of the first sentence?

• Greedy for wealth or possessions

• Likely to give generously

• Reluctant to accept change

• Focused on helping others

What does belabor most likely mean in the context of the second sentence?

• To praise excessively

• To overwork or stress excessively

• To dismiss as unimportant

• To misunderstand

What does eschew most likely mean in the context of the third sentence?

• To embrace wholeheartedly

• To avoid or reject deliberately

• To question or analyze crticially

• To support passionately

What does insatiable most likely mean in the context of the third sentence?

• Easily satisfied

• Impossible to satisfy

• Extremely persistent

• Often overlooked

What does carping most likely mean in the context of the fourth sentence?

• Providing helpful advice

• Willing to forgive mistakes

• Encouraging collaboration

• Focused on petty or trivial faults

What does congeal most likely mean in the context of the fourth sentence?

• To gain widespread approval

• To solidify or take shape

• To disappear gradually

• To become disorganized

What does taciturn most likely mean in the context of the fifth sentence?

• Reluctant to participate

• Outspoken and direct

• Quiet or reserved in speech

• Enthusiastic and talkative

What does largesse most likely mean in the context of the sixth sentence?

• Wealth acquired by deceit

• Generosity in giving

• Hesitation in action

• Strict adherence to rules

What does tenable most likely mean in the context of the sixth sentence?

• Weak and unsupportable

• Based on outdated beliefs

• Unrelated to practical matters

• Capable of being defended or maintained

What does invidious most likely mean in the context of the last sentence?

• Likely to provoke resentment or anger

• Meant to inspire inspiration

• Easily misunderstood

• Difficult to address or resolve