Vocabulary List One - 7th Grade Friday, January 17 ENG Review

What is the meaning of the word 'abolish'?

• do away with

• create

• support

• maintain

What is the meaning of the word 'coherent'?

• marked by an orderly and consistent relation of parts

• lacking clarity or organization

• related to sound or hearing

• pertaining to a specific region or area

What is the meaning of the word 'earnest'?

• devout or heartfelt

• careless or indifferent

• playful or humorous

• insincere or deceitful

What is the meaning of the word 'explicit'?

• precisely and clearly expressed or readily observable

• vague and unclear

• hidden and secretive

• implied but not directly stated

What is the meaning of the word 'impede'?

• be a hindrance or obstacle to

• to accelerate or speed up

• to ignore or overlook

• to support or assist

What is the meaning of the word 'nostalgic'?

• unhappy about being away and longing for familiar things

• excited about new experiences and adventures

• indifferent to past memories and experiences

• content with the present and not thinking about the past

What is the meaning of the word 'prevail'?

• prove superior

• to fail

• to hide

• to retreat

What is the meaning of the word 'somber'?

• serious and gloomy in character

• bright and cheerful

• loud and noisy

• happy and joyful

What is the meaning of the word 'stagnant'?

• not growing or changing; without force or vitality

• full of energy and movement

• rapidly increasing or developing

• constantly changing and evolving

What is the meaning of the word 'turmoil'?

• violent agitation

• calmness

• harmony

• peace