Vocabulary Quizs

Heaping

• A small amount of items neatly arranged

• A great deal or lots of things thrown in a disorderly pile

• A single item placed carefully

• A collection of items sorted by type

Muttering

• To speak or utter indistinctly and in low tones

• To shout loudly and clearly

• To whisper secrets in a playful manner

• To sing softly and melodically

Snicker

• A loud, boisterous laugh

• A nasty, evil, slightly muffled laugh

• A cheerful giggle

• A sarcastic remark

Confound

• To confuse or mix up

• To clarify or explain

• To simplify or make easier

• To ignore or overlook

Burly

• Light and agile

• Heavy and strong

• Thin and weak

• Quick and nimble

Melancholy

• A state of extreme happiness

• Sadly thoughtful; gloomy

• A feeling of excitement

• A sense of confusion

Deliberate

• Intentional; to consider or discuss carefully

• Accidental; happening by chance

• Hasty; done quickly without thought

• Indifferent; lacking interest or concern

Seniority

• Precedence or privilege over others because of length of service

• A measure of skill or expertise in a particular field

• A title given to employees based on their job performance

• A system of ranking employees based on their educational qualifications

Rummage

• A slow and careful search

• An energetic hasty search

• A methodical investigation

• A casual glance

Gawk

• To stare awkwardly

• To walk gracefully

• To speak softly

• To laugh loudly