Vocabulary Mastery: Lesson 15

What does the word 'diligent' mean?

• Hardworking and attentive to detail.

• Careless and indifferent.

• Lazy and unmotivated.

• Disorganized and chaotic.

Provide a synonym for 'exemplary'.

• ordinary

• subpar

• model

• mediocre

What is the antonym of 'abundant'?

• scarce

• copious

• ample

• plentiful

Use 'meticulous' in a sentence that shows its meaning.

• The chef was meticulous in preparing a quick meal without any care.

• The artist was meticulous in her painting, ensuring every brushstroke was perfect.

• The student was meticulous in his exam, guessing all the answers.

• He was meticulous about his messy room, leaving clothes everywhere.

What does the prefix 'un-' indicate in the word 'uncommon'?

• Rarely common

• Not common

• Very common

• Somewhat common

Identify the suffix in the word 'happiness' and explain its meaning.

• -ly

• -ing

• -ful

• -ness

Which word is related to 'benevolent'?

• indifferent

• selfish

• malevolent

• charitable

What does 'transient' mean in the context of time?

• Permanent or everlasting.

• Consistent or stable.

• Irrelevant or unrelated.

• Temporary or short-lived.

Provide a sentence using 'candid' that reflects its definition.

• She gave a candid response about her feelings on the project.

• She provided a vague answer about her thoughts on the project.

• They gave a scripted response during the interview.

• He was candidly dishonest about his involvement.

What is the meaning of 'resilient' and how can it be applied to a person?

• Resilient refers to someone who is always happy and carefree.

• A resilient person avoids all difficulties and never faces adversity.

• Resilient means being inflexible and rigid in the face of challenges.

• Resilient means able to recover quickly from difficulties; it applies to a person as someone who can adapt to challenges and bounce back from adversity.