Comprehension Illuminated: Feelings 2/3

Which word means "hostile and aggressive"?

• Belligerent

• Sceptical

• Listless

• Lively

Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to "bellicose":

• Peaceful

• Warlike

• Cheerful

• Curious

Fill in the blank: The scientist remained ________ about the new theory until he saw more evidence.

What's the opposite of "listless"?

• Spirited

• Grave

• Baffled

• Indifferent

Which pair of words are most similar in meaning?

• Solemn

• Vivacious

• Spirited

• Disillusioned

Choose the word that doesn't belong in this group:

• Reinvigorated

• Rejuvenated

• Revitalised

• Remorse

What's the best antonym for "grave" in this context?

• Lively

• Anguish

• Foreboding

• Repentance

Which word means "feeling or showing sorrow for one's sins or offences"?

• Solemn

• Sombre

• Contrition

• Ominous

Fill in the blank: He used to think that being a professional gamer was his calling. However, the loss left him feeling ________ and hopeless.

Which set of words are most closely related in meaning?

• Baffled, Bewildered, Perplexed

• Foreboding, Vivacious, Ominous

• Indifference, Apathy, Remorse

• Repentance, Contrition, Lively