Vocabulary Quiz for Grade 9

What does the word "Abandon" mean?

• To lessen

• To give up completely

• To charm or enchant

• To scold or criticize

Which word means "lessen"?

• Abate

• Abject

• Aberration

• Bereft

What is the meaning of "Abject"?

• Deviation from the norm

• Entirely without pride or dignity

• A flattering statement used to persuade someone

• Cow-like

"Aberration" refers to:

• A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds

• A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction

• Deviation from the norm

• Influence or power

What does "Beguile" mean?

• To scold or criticize

• To charm or enchant

• To restrict within limits

• To dance around excitedly

The word "Berate" means:

• To give up completely

• To scold or criticize

• To use many words in an evasive way

• To influence or power

What does "Bereft" mean?

• Deprived or lacking

• Inflated

• Prejudice

• Cow-like

"Blandishment" is:

• A loud and confused noise

• A flattering statement used to persuade someone

• A person who boasts about achievements

• Critical of others

What is the meaning of "Bias"?

• Prejudice

• Inflated

• Cow-like

• Deviation from the norm

The word "Bombastic" means:

• A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds

• Inflated

• Dance around excitedly

• Restrict within limits