9th Grade Vocabulary Flashcards

What is the definition of vindicate ?

• To clear of blame; Support a claim

• To renew, give new energy to

• To clear of blame.

• To clear of blame; Support a claim

The word 'Vindictive' means:

• Forgiving

• Revengeful

• Generous

• Indifferent

The word 'Tottering' means:

• Walking unsteadily

• Running quickly

• Barely standing

• Sitting down

Define the word 'Transmute'.

• To change in form, nature, or substance

• To remain the same

• To change in appearance or shape

• To create something new

What is the definition of 'Scale'?

• A device used to measure weight

• To climb the top of

• A system or series of marks used for measuring or registering

• A protective outer layer of fish

Fill in the blank: Scathing means (a)   .

• Gently soothing

• Harshly critical; painfully hot

• Mildly warm

• Softly spoken

Scenario refers to a

• Musical score plot

• Plot outline; possible situation
• Random guess plot outline

• Unplanned event plot

Fill in the blank: Aversion means _______.

• Aversion means a strong dislike or repugnance.

• Aversion means a strong attraction or fondness.

• Aversion means a neutral feeling or indifference.

• Aversion means intense or dislike

Fill in the blank: Avouch means _______.

• Avouch means to affirm or assert.

• Avouch means to deny or reject.

• Avouch means take responsibility for; guarantee

• Avouch means to ignore or overlook.

Betoken means _______.

• to confuse or mislead
• to ignore or overlook
• to signify or indicate
• to simplify or reduce