Last Week Vocab Quiz

What is the meaning of the word "abrogate" as used in a legal context?

• To support

• To abolish

• To create

• To delay

In the context of dietary habits, what does "abstemious" mean?

• Indulgent

• Moderate

• Excessive

• Restrictive

How does the word "deleterious" affect the tone of a sentence?

• It adds a positive connotation.

• It suggests harm or damage.

• It implies neutrality.

• It indicates improvement.

What is the meaning of "ersatz" when describing a product?

• Genuine

• Artificial

• Expensive

• Durable

In literature, what does "catharsis" refer to?

• A plot twist

• Emotional release

• Character development

• A tragic ending

What does "quintessential" mean when describing a person or thing?

• Unimportant

• Typical

• Unusual

• Incomplete

What does "ambivalence" mean in the context of decision-making?

• Certainty

• Indecision

• Clarity

• Confidence

What is the meaning of "cognizance" in a legal document?

• Ignorance

• Awareness

• Disregard

• Confusion

What is a "bildungsroman" in literary terms?

• A mystery novel

• A coming-of-age story

• A historical account

• A science fiction tale

What does the word "belie" mean when used in a sentence?

• To support

• To contradict

• To enhance

• To simplify