AVID 9 AWL practice

What does the term 'Abate' mean?

• lessen in intensity

• increase in intensity

• remain constant

• become more intense

What is the meaning of 'Digress'?

• leave the main subject temporarily

• stay on topic

• focus on the main subject

• conclude the discussion

Define the term 'Languid'.

• lazy, relaxed, slow

• energetic and fast

• aggressive and quick

• alert and active

'Vitriolic' means (a)   .

• filled with criticism or malice
• kind and gentle
• neutral and unbiased
• supportive and encouraging

What is the definition of 'Adamant'?

• refusing to be persuaded or change one’s mind

• easily swayed

• open to suggestions

• flexible in opinion

What does 'Egregious' mean?

• outstandingly bad

• remarkably good

• average

• unnoticeable

Define 'Lucrative'.

• profitable

• unprofitable

• break-even

• loss-making

What is 'Viability'?

• ability to work successfully

• inability to function

• potential to fail

• risk of collapse

What does 'Enervate' mean?

• to drain of energy; weaken

• to energize

• to strengthen

• to invigorate

Define 'Maudlin'.

• self-pitying or tearfully sentimental

• emotionally strong

• unemotional

• stoic