Vocabulary Quizs

gape

• To stare with one's mouth open wide, typically in amazement or wonder.

• To speak in a low voice or whisper.

• To close one's eyes tightly in disbelief.

• To laugh loudly and uncontrollably.

augment

• To make something greater by adding to it; increase.

• To reduce the size or amount of something.

• To create something new from scratch.

• To maintain the current state of something.

guise

• A deceptive appearance or form

• A type of clothing

• A method of communication

• A physical location

ambidextrous

• A person who can only use one hand effectively.

• A person who can use both hands equally well.

• A person who is left-handed.

• A person who is right-handed.

fortitude

• Courage in pain or adversity.

• A type of physical strength.

• The ability to make quick decisions.

• A form of mental illness.

gibe

• A friendly compliment.

• An insulting or mocking remark; a taunt.

• A form of greeting.

• A type of food.

bereft

• Deprived of or lacking something, especially a non-material asset.

• Filled with joy and happiness.

• Surrounded by friends and family.

• Rich in resources and opportunities.

adulterate

• To make something pure by removing impurities.

• To make something impure or weaker by adding something of inferior quality.

• To enhance the quality of something by adding superior elements.

• To combine different elements to create a new substance.

deploy

• To move troops or equipment into position for military action.

• To retreat from a position of conflict.

• To gather intelligence on enemy movements.

• To negotiate peace terms with opposing forces.

dour

• Relentlessly severe, stern, or gloomy in manner or appearance.

• Cheerful and friendly in demeanor.

• Bright and lively in appearance.

• Calm and peaceful in nature.