Vocabulary Quizs

Chronicle

• A noun describing a fictional story

• A verb meaning to forget events

• A noun: a factual written account of important or historical events in the order of their occurrence.

• A verb: to summarize events briefly.

Nefarious

• adj: morally upright and virtuous

• adj: causing great harm or damage

• adj: flagrantly wicked or impious: EVIL

• adj: lacking in intelligence or understanding

Crestfallen

• adj: feeling joy and excitement; ELATED

• adj: feeling shame or humiliation; DEJECTED

• adj: feeling indifferent and apathetic; UNCONCERNED

• adj: feeling angry and frustrated; IRRITATED

Cleave

• Verb: split or sever (something), especially along a natural line or grain.

• Noun: a type of fruit that is sweet and juicy.

• Adjective: having a sharp edge or point.

• Adverb: in a manner that is clear and easy to understand.

Surmise

• A thought or idea based on scanty evidence: CONJECTURE

• A detailed analysis of facts: EVIDENCE

• A strong belief based on certainty: ASSURANCE

• A formal statement of facts: DECLARATION

Hallow

• To make holy; sanctify; consecrate.

• To destroy or ruin something.

• To ignore or neglect a duty.

• To celebrate a festival or event.

Enthrall

• To hold spellbound : CHARM

• To confuse or bewilder

• To release or set free

• To entertain without interest

Maim

• to heal or restore

• to mutilate, disfigure or wound seriously; to commit the felony of mayhem upon

• to create or produce something new

• to entertain or amuse someone

Litany

• A series of petitions for use in church services or processions, usually recited by the clergy and responded to in a recurring formula by the people.

• A type of musical composition often performed in churches.

• A formal debate held in religious settings.

• A collection of poems recited during festivals.

Status Quo (noun)

• The existing state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues.

• A sudden change in government policy.

• A term used to describe a revolutionary movement.

• A method of social reform through protests.