Midterm Vocabulary Practice

What does the word "bittersweet" mean in the context of emotions?

• Completely joyful

• A mix of happiness and sadness

• Extremely bitter

• Purely sweet

How would you define "competence" in a professional setting?

• Lack of skill

• The ability to do something successfully or efficiently

• Overconfidence

• Incompetence

What does "constrained" mean when referring to someone's actions?

• Free and unrestricted

• Limited or restricted

• Encouraged

• Spontaneous

How would you describe someone who is "haughty"?

• Humble and modest

• Arrogantly superior and disdainful

• Friendly and approachable

• Shy and reserved

What does it mean to be "indifferent" towards something?

• Extremely interested

• Having no particular interest or sympathy

• Passionately involved

• Deeply concerned

What is the meaning of "permissive" in the context of parenting?

• Strict and authoritarian

• Allowing or characterized by great or excessive freedom of behavior

• Overly protective

• Neglectful

How would you define "pragmatic" in terms of problem-solving?

• Theoretical and impractical

• Dealing with things sensibly and realistically

• Idealistic and unrealistic

• Emotional and impulsive

What does "solemnity" refer to in a ceremonial context?

• Lightheartedness

• The state or quality of being serious and dignified

• Casualness

• Frivolity

What does "squalled" mean when describing a storm?

• Calm and peaceful

• Characterized by strong winds and rain

• Mild and gentle

• Dry and sunny

How would you describe a "sullen" person?

• Cheerful and lively

• Bad-tempered and sulky

• Outgoing and sociable

• Optimistic and positive