Vocabulary and Word Meanings Quiz

Which word best fits the definition: "Skillful and clever, especially in handling situations"?

• adroit

• cursory

• duplicity

• nostalgia

What is the meaning of the word "belligerent"?

• Friendly and peaceable

• Hostile and aggressive

• Well-meaning and kindly

• Sentimental longing for the past

If someone is described as "meticulous," what quality do they most likely possess?

• They are hasty and not thorough.

• They show great attention to detail.

• They are deceitful or double-dealing.

• They are possible to do easily or conveniently.

A company is facing "jeopardy" due to a major data breach. What does this mean for the company?

• The company is experiencing a driving force or stimulus.

• The company is in danger of loss, harm, or failure.

• The company is returning to an earlier and worse condition.

• The company is being praised enthusiastically.

A scientist describes a material as "impervious." Based on your understanding, which scenario best illustrates this property?

• The material allows water to pass through easily.

• The material is destroyed on a mass scale.

• The material does not allow fluid to pass through and is unaffected by it.

• The material is the most perfect example of its kind.

What does the word "scrutinize" mean?

• To examine closely and thoroughly.

• To ignore completely.

• To describe in detail.

• To summarize briefly.

Which word best describes something that is lukewarm and shows little enthusiasm?

• Tepid

• Scrutinize

• Enthusiastic

• Vigorous

If a scientist carefully checks every detail of an experiment, which vocabulary word best describes their action?

• Scrutinize

• Tepid

• Ignore

• Simplify

Which of the following situations best illustrates the meaning of "tepid"?

• A student answers questions with little interest.

• A chef tastes every ingredient carefully.

• A runner sprints with full energy.

• A teacher explains a topic enthusiastically.

A reviewer reads a book without much interest and gives a mild response. Which word from the vocabulary list best describes the reviewer's attitude?

• Tepid

• Scrutinize

• Passionate

• Critical