Week 8 Vocabulary Review (ADV)

What is the meaning of 'afflict'?

• To cause pain or suffering.

• To bring happiness.

• To make something disappear.

• To repair something.

She ascended up the staircase to meet her best friend. What is the meaning of 'Ascend'?

• To go up or climb.

• To fall down quickly.

• To stay in one place.

• To move in circles.

What is the meaning of 'besiege'?

• To surround a place with armed forces in order to capture it.

• To negotiate peace with a rival.

• To abandon a place quickly.

• To celebrate a victory in a city.

The homeless man appeared emaciated as his clothes swallowed him. What is the meaning of 'emaciated'?

• Extremely thin and weak, especially because of illness or a lack of food.

• Full of energy and strength.

• Covered in thick fur or hair.

• Very happy and content.

What is the meaning of 'excruciating'?

• Intensely painful.

• Very exciting.

• Completely relaxing.

• Mildly amusing.

What is the meaning of 'fretful'?

• Feeling or expressing distress or irritation.

• Extremely happy and joyful.

• Completely silent and calm.

• Full of energy and excitement.

The sun rising is the true harbinger of a brand new day. What is the meaning of 'harbinger'?

• A person or thing that announces or signals the approach of another.

• A type of musical instrument.

• A traditional festival celebrated in spring.

• A rare species of bird found in Asia.

What is the meaning of 'malignant'?

• Very virulent or infectious; malevolent (evil).

• Harmless and gentle.

• Related to kindness and charity.

• Not capable of causing harm.

What is the meaning of 'malnutrition'?

• A condition that results from eating a diet in which nutrients are not enough or are too much.

• A condition caused by excessive exercise.

• A disease caused by bacteria only.

• A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.

What is the meaning of 'privation'?

• A state of scarcity lacking in food or warmth

• A feeling of extreme happiness and joy.

• A process of rapid growth and expansion.

• A type of government ruled by a single leader.