Q4 Vocab Practice

What is the meaning of the word "adjacent"?

• Opposite or far away

• Next to or adjoining

• Above or below

• Hidden or secret

Which word best describes someone who is arrogant and thinks they are better than others?

• Fickle

• Haughty

• Profane

• Tedious

Choose the correct definition for "lament".

• To celebrate

• To express sorrow or regret

• To ignore

• To revive

What does "pernicious" mean?

• Harmless

• Extremely harmful or deadly

• Boring

• Unpredictable

Which word means "to bring back to life" or "give strength to"?

• Revive

• Stifle

• Lurk

• Retain

Which of the following sentences uses the word "fickle" correctly?

• The fickle weather changed from sunny to rainy in an hour.

• The fickle mountain stood tall for centuries.

• The fickle book was very interesting.

• The fickle river was dry.

Select the sentence that best uses the word "anguish".

• She felt anguish after hearing the bad news.

• He felt anguish when he won the prize.

• The anguish was delicious.

• Anguish is a type of flower.

Which word would best fit in the following sentence? "After the _______ of losing his job, he struggled to find hope."

• Eloquence

• Adversity

• Posterity

• Profane

Choose the best word to complete the sentence: "The thief decided to _______ in the shadows, waiting for the right moment."

• Lurk

• Retain

• Revive

• Stifle

Which word would you use to describe a situation that is difficult or dangerous?

• Predicament

• Eloquence

• Posterity

• Profane