CP Vocab - Unit 3 Vocab - more difficult

Sophia frequently repeats the same phrases in her essays, making her writing appear ______. What does the word 'trite' mean in this context?

• Overused

• Original

• Creative

• Unique

In the student council elections, Arjun managed to 'usurp' the position of president. What does the term 'usurp' mean?

• To seize power unlawfully

• To support

• To create

• To destroy

What is the meaning of the word 'abridge'?

• To make shorter

• To make longer

• To make clearer

• To make confusing

In a school election, Harper is described as an 'adherent' of Ava's campaign. What does this imply?

• A supporter

• An opponent

• A leader

• A follower

During a collaborative project, Priya and Elijah experienced an 'altercation'. What does this imply?

• A disagreement

• A celebration

• A meeting

• A journey

What does the term 'cherubic' mean?

• Resembling an angel

• Wicked

• Enigmatic

• Melancholic

In a classroom environment, if a teacher decides to 'condone' a student's actions, what are they doing?

• To overlook

• To punish

• To encourage

• To ignore

In a classroom debate, Scarlett voiced her opinion on the subject. What does it mean if she expresses 'dissent'?

• To disagree

• To agree

• To support

• To ignore

Samuel is a renowned scientist recognized for his pioneering research in renewable energy. What does 'renowned' mean?

• Famous

• Unknown

• Ordinary

• Common

Luna was summoned to a haunted house to 'exorcise' the spirits. What does 'exorcise' mean in this context?

• To drive out evil spirits

• To invite

• To celebrate

• To ignore