Vocabulary Quiz

What does "abut" mean?

• To touch or share a border with something

• To avoid contact completely

• To float above something

• To dig underneath

Choose the best synonym for "crony":

• Enemy

• Close friend or companion

• Business partner

• Stranger

The word "enmity" most closely means:

• Friendship

• Confusion

• Deep-seated hostility

• Mild disagreement

What does "infiltrate" mean?

• To escape quickly

• To build a wall

• To stay in place

• To penetrate gradually

"Plummet" most accurately means:

• To rise slowly

• To move sideways

• To fall rapidly

• To hover steadily

The word "stoical" describes someone who is:

• Very emotional

• Showing little emotion

• Extremely angry

• Overly excited

"Cryptic" messages are:

• Clear and direct

• Long and boring

• Mysterious and unclear

• Loud and noisy

What does "fervent" mean?

• Lacking enthusiasm

• Mildly interested

• Cold and distant

• Intensely passionate

A "proxy" is:

• A substitute or representative

• A type of animal

• A musical instrument

• A weather condition

What does "unflagging" mean?

• Without a country

• Persistent and tireless

• Uncertain

• Temporary