Vocabulary Quizs

acumen

• The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain.

• A type of plant that grows in wet environments.

• A method of cooking that involves high heat and quick preparation.

• A psychological condition characterized by indecisiveness.

churlish

• (adj.) Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way.

• (adj.) Cheerful and friendly.

• (adj.) Polite and respectful.

• (adj.) Generous and kind-hearted.

antebellum

• (adj.) Occurring or existing before a particular war, especially the American Civil War.

• (adj.) Relating to the period after a war.

• (adj.) Pertaining to a time of peace and prosperity.

• (adj.) Existing during a war.

circumlocution

• (noun) The use of many words where fewer would do, especially in a deliberate attempt to be vague or evasive.

• (noun) A direct and clear expression of ideas.

• (noun) The act of speaking in a straightforward manner.

• (noun) A method of communication that avoids unnecessary details.

auspicious

• (adj.) Unfavorable; likely to lead to failure.

• (adj.) Conducive to success; favorable.

• (adj.) Uncertain; lacking clarity.

• (adj.) Detrimental; harmful.

bowdlerize

• (verb) To remove material that is considered improper or offensive from a text or account, especially with the result that it becomes weaker or less effective.

• (verb) To enhance a text by adding more descriptive language and details.

• (verb) To summarize a text by condensing its main ideas into a shorter form.

• (verb) To translate a text into another language while maintaining its original meaning.

abrogate

• (verb) To repeal or do away with a law, right, or formal agreement.

• (verb) To create or establish a new law or agreement.

• (verb) To ignore or overlook a law or agreement.

• (verb) To modify or change an existing law or agreement.

misogyny

• (noun) Dislike of, contempt for, or ingrained prejudice against women.

• (noun) A strong affection for women and their rights.

• (noun) The belief in the superiority of women over men.

• (noun) A neutral attitude towards women.

deciduous

• (adj.) Shedding its leaves annually, typically used to describe trees or shrubs.

• (adj.) Retaining leaves throughout the year, typically used to describe trees or shrubs.

• (adj.) Growing in tropical climates, typically used to describe trees or shrubs.

• (adj.) Having a thick trunk and large branches, typically used to describe trees or shrubs.

abstemious

• (adj.) Indulgent and excessive, especially in eating and drinking.

• (adj.) Not self-indulgent, especially when eating and drinking.

• (adj.) Carefree and relaxed in lifestyle choices.

• (adj.) Strict and disciplined in all aspects of life.