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WorksheetsAmerican Lit VSP Rev 2
Total questions: 208
Worksheet time: 2hrs 44mins
having a sweet, penetrating smell; spicy
aromatic
ironic
austere
proselytize
having a stern look or manner; strict or severe in modes of living or acting
austere
dogma
pathos
zealot
profane speaking of God or of sacred things; an irreverent act or utterance
blasphemy
pathos
enigma
heresy
that which is held as an opinion; a belief, principle, doctrine
dogma
aromatic
prototype
labyrinth
an obscure riddle or puzzle; a baffling situation or person
enigma
austere
blasphemy
labyrinth
a belief or opinion at variance with established doctrine in religion or in other fields
heresy
blasphemy
enigma
proselytize
characterized by a manner of speaking in which words are used to convey the opposite of their literal meaning; characteristic of that which is the direct opposite of what is expected or hoped for
ironic
austere
enigma
pathos
an intricate structure or system of winding, interconnecting paths or passages; something highly intricate or perplexing in makeup
labyrinth
dogma
blasphemy
prototype
a quality, especially in literature or art, that awakens feelings of sympathy, pity, compassion, or sorrow
pathos
ironic
zealot
dogma
to try to convert
proselytize
prototype
ironic
blasphemy
an original held as the standard for subsequent forms
prototype
labyrinth
zealot
austere
a fanatically devoted or committed person; an immoderate partisan
zealot
proselytize
pathos
aromatic
the prefix meaning not, without is __?__.
a-, an-
curcum
ec-
meta-
the root word meaning chief, first, to rule is __?__.
ARCH
CAD, CAS, CID
MANU
PATH
the suffix meaning like pertaining to is __?__.
-ar, -ary1
-ar, -ary2
-ible
-ment
balmy, fragrant, odorous, and scented are ___?__ of aromatic
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fetid, musty, odorless, putrid, and stinking are __?__ of aromatic
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ascetic, grave, rigid, rigorous, and serious are __?__ of austere.
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affable, genial, indulgent, lenient, and pliable are __?__ of austere
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cursing, profanity, swearing, irreverence, profanation, and sacrilege et are __?__ of blasphemy
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adoration, extolling, praise, reverence, veneration, worship are __?__ of blasphemy
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creed, doctrine, precept, and tenet are __?__ of dogma
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conundrum, mystery, problem, puzzle, riddle are __?__ of enigma
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answer, explanation, and solution are __?__ of enigma
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apostasy, disbelief, heterodoxy, infidelity, unorthodoxy are __?__ heresy
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acquiescence, assent, belief, and compliance are __?__ of heresy
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agreeing and expected are __?__ of ironic
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contradictory, paradoxical, and unexpected are __?__ of ironic
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antonyms
convolution, maze, webwork, and winding are __?__ of labyrinth
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antonyms
commiseration, pity, poignancy, and sympathy are __?__ of pathos
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pitilessness and ruthlessness are __?__ of pathos
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antonyms
campaign, evangelize, lecture, persuade, and preach are ___?__ of proselytize
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antonyms
discourage, dissuade, and prevent are __?__ of proselytize
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antonyms
archetype, example, forerunner, model, paradigm, and precursor are __?__ of prototype
synonym
antonym
moderate, nonradical, non-reactionary, and pacifist are __?__ of perpetuate zealot
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antonyms
addict, bigot, enthusiast, and fanatic are __?__ of zealot
synonym
antonym
the prefix meaning around is __?__.
a-, an-
curcum-
ec-
meta-
the prefix meaning out, out of is __?__.
a-, an-
circum-
ec-
meta-
the prefix meaning along with, after, beyond, change is __?__.
a-, an-
circum-
ec-
meta-
the root word meaning to fall, to befall, to happen is __?__.
ARCH
CAD, CAS, CID
MANU
PATH
the root word meaning hand is __?__.
ARCH
CAD, CAS, CID
MANU
PATH
the root word meaning feeling, suffering, disease is __?__.
ARCH
CAD, CAS, CID
MANU
PATH
the suffix meaning one who is __?__.
-ar, ary1
-iar, ary2
-ible
-ment
the suffix meaning able to (be) is __?__.
-ar, ary1
-ar, ary2
-ible
-ment
the suffix meaning that which, state, quality, act of is __?__.
-ar, ary1
-ar, ary2
-ible
-ment
to distinguish mentally; to recognize or perceive distinctly
discern
dissension
precipitate
profane
quality of being prudent, wary, cautiously reserved
discretion
dissipate
premonition
proficient
to belittle, discredit or undervalue
disparage
distraught
preposterous
provocation
conflicting opinions
dissension
discern
premonition
provocation
to scatter or consume wastefully
dissipate
discretion
precipitate
proficient
mentally distracted by being pulled or driven in different directions; deeply agitated
distraught
disparage
preposterous
profane
to hasten; to make something happen early
precipitate
dissension
distraught
profane
a forewarning; an instinctive foreboding
premonition
dissipate
precipitate
preposterous
contrary to nature, reason, or common sense; utterly absurd
preposterous
discern
dissipate
provocation
not pertaining to what is sacred or biblical; showing blasphemous irreverence toward God or sacred things
profane
preposterous
disparage
distraught
skilled to an expert degree
proficient
discretion
premonition
profane
aggravation; the state of being stirred up
provocation
dissension
dissipate
distraught
the prefix meaning before is __?__.
dis-
hyper-
pre-
se-
the prefix meaning apart, aside is __?__.
dis-
hyper-
pre-
se-
the prefix meaning over, above, beyond is __?__.
dis-
hyper-
pre-
se-
the prefix meaning apart, away from, not is __?__.
dis-
hyper-
pre-
se-
the root word meaning people is __?__.
DEM(O)
JAC, JECT
SENS, SENT
VIS, VIS
the root word meaning to throw is __?__.
DEM(O)
JAC, JECT
SENS, SENT
VIS, VIS
the root word meaning to feel to perceive is __?__.
DEM(O)
JAC, JECT
SENS, SENT
VIS, VIS
the root word meaning to see is __?__.
DEM(O)
JAC, JECT
SENS, SENT
VIS, VIS
the suffix meaning state, quality, act of is __?__.
-ate1
-ate2
-ate3
--age
the suffix meaning to make, to act, etc. (verb forms) is __?__.
-ate1
-ate2
-ate3
--age
the suffix meaning having the quality of is __?__.
-ate1
-ate2
-ate3
--age
the suffix meaning one who, that which is __?__.
-ate1
-ate2
-ate3
--age
ascertain, discover, determine, observe, and perceive are ___?__ of discern
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foresight, forethought, providence, and prudence are __?__ of discretion.
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antonyms
asininity, foolishness, indiscretion, and rashness are __?__ of discretion
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decry, defame, depreciate, detract, and dishonor are __?__ of disparage
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antonyms
appreciate, esteem, exalt, honor, and praise are __?__ of disparage
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antonyms
conflict, disagreement, discord, division, opposition, ad rebellion are __?__ of dissension
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accord, agreement, concurrence, harmony, and unity are __?__ of dissension
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antonyms
dispel, disperse, squander, and waste are __?__ of dissipate
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absorb, accumulate, concentrate, and gather are __?__ dissipate
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antonyms
bewildered, distracted, and confused are __?__ of distraught
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antonyms
collected, composed, imperturbable, and unruffled are __?__ of distraught
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antonyms
accelerate, advance, bring on, hurry, and quicken are __?__ of precipitate
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decelerate, delay, hinder, impede, postpone, and slow are __?__ of precipitate
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antonyms
foreshadowing, preindication; inkling, and presentiment are __?__ of premonition
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antonyms
absurd, foolish, and silly are __?__ of preposterous
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antonyms
logical, natural, and rational are ___?__ of preposterous
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antonyms
secular, temporal, and unconsecrated are __?__ of profane
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antonyms
consecrated, religious, sacred, and Scriptural are __?__ of profane
synonym
antonym
blasphemous, impious, irreverent, and sacrilegious are __?__ of profane
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antonyms
pious, respectful, reverent, and worshipful are __?__ of profane
synonym
antonym
adroit, competent, and dexterous are __?__ of proficient
synonym
antonym
amateur, incapable, incompetent, inept, and unskilled are __?__ of proficient
synonym
antonym
anger, annoyance, frustration, instigation, irritation, and vexation are __?__ of provocation
synonym
antonym
appeasement, assuagement, calm, and composure are __?__ of provocation
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antonym
the quality of being lively, spirited, or vigorous
animation
diffidence
iridescence
refutation
a stopping, either temporarily or permanently
cessation
emulation
hallucination
repugnance
a plan or scheme
contrivance
exasperation
ostentation
animation
lack of self-confidence; timidity
diffidence
exasperation
refutation
repugnance
effort or desire to equal or surpass another
emulation
cessation
introspection
refutation
extreme annoyance or irritation, especially to the point of anger or frustration
exasperation
cessation
introspection
repugnance
a compelling false perception of objects or sensations which lack reality or external cause
hallucination
contrivance
emulation
refutation
the act of looking within oneself; of searching one's conscience
introspection
animation
emulation
ostentation
a rainbowlike display of varying and shifting colors
iridescence
diffidence
exasperation
ostentation
extravagant display intended to impress others or attract notice; vainglorious showiness
ostentation
diffidence
hallucination
refutation
the act of proving the incorrectness of falsity of a statement
refutation
contrivance
emulation
introspection
deep-seated aversion or antagonism; strong dislike
repugnance
cessation
exasperation
ostentation
harsh to the taste or smell; bitter; stinging
acrid
benevolent
fervid
sinister
desirous of the good of others; kindly; charitable
acrid
benevolent
fervid
sinister
glowing from heat; extremely passionate
acrid
benevolent
fervid
sinister
suggestive of lurking evil or harm; evil, wicked
acrid
benevolent
fervid
sinister
having ready skill, either physical or mental
adroit
cavalier
flagrant
formidable
showing a nonchalant, carefree attitude; displaying haughty indifference
adroit
cavalier
flagrant
formidable
extremely and conspicuously bad
adroit
cavalier
flagrant
formidable
exciting fear or dread
adroit
cavalier
flagrant
formidable
easy to speak to; approachable
affable
agile
diabolic
flamboyant
having the faculty of quick, easy motion; mentally quick
affable
agile
diabolic
flamboyant
of or pertaining to the Devil or devils; of the nature of the Devil
affable
agile
diabolic
flamboyant
in architecture, characterized by waved lines suggestive of flames; ornate; extravagantly bold and colorful display
affable
agile
diabolic
flamboyant
unchangeable
immutable
infallible
innocuous
intimate
to make very angry; to enrage
incense
infinitesimal
insatiate
irrelevant
pointing out; suggestive
indicative
infirm
inscrutable
immutable
avoiding work or exertion; habitully idle
indolent
insatiate
incense
infallible
incapable of erring; unfailing
infallible
incense
insatiate
irrelevant
tiny; so small that it cannot be measured
infinitesimal
indicative
intimate
infirm
physically weak or feeble
infirm
indolent
inscrutable
innocuous
not offensive or injurious; harmless
innocuous
indicative
infinitesimal
irrelevant
never satisfied; greedy
insatiate
immutable
infallible
inscrutable
incapable of being searched into and understood; unintelligible
inscrutable
infallible
immutable
innocuous
to announce; to hint or imply
intimate
indicative
insatiate
incense
not to the purpose; does not apply
irrelevant
indicative
immutable
insatiate
not strong in character or purpose
infirm
indolent
intimate
innocuous
Which spelling is correct?
acknowledgment
acknowledgement
aknowledgment
aknowledgement
Which spelling is correct?
allurement
allurment
Which spelling is correct?
argument
arguement
Which spelling is correct?
believable
believeable
beleivable
beleiveable
Which spelling is correct?
careful
carful
Which spelling is correct?
caring
careing
Which spelling is correct?
desirable
desireable
Which spelling is correct?
encouragement
encouragment
Which spelling is correct?
hoping
hopeing
Which spelling is correct?
knowledgeable
knowledgable
Which spelling is correct?
losing
loseing
Which spelling is correct?
manageable
managable
Which spelling is correct?
placement
placment
Which spelling is correct?
placing
placeing
Which spelling is correct?
shameful
shamful
the prefix meaning up, back, again is __?__.
ana-
in-1
in-2
pan-
the prefix meaning in, into is __?__.
ana-
in-1
in-2
pan-
the prefix meaning not is __?__.
ana-
in-1
in-2
pan-
the prefix meaning all is __?__.
ana-
in-1
in-2
pan-
the root word meaning to go, to yield is __?__.
CEDE, CEED, CESS
LEG, LECT, LIG
NEO
REG, RECT
the root word meaning to choose, to gather, to read is __?__.
CEDE, CEED, CESS
LEG, LECT, LIG
NEO
REG, RECT
the root word meaning new is __?__.
CEDE, CEED, CESS
LEG, LECT, LIG
NEO
REG, RECT
the root word meaning to rule, to keep straight is __?__.
CEDE, CEED, CESS
LEG, LECT, LIG
NEO
REG, RECT
the suffix meaning able to (be) is __?__.
-able
-ant
-ety
--ice
the suffix meaning one who, that which is __?__.
-able
-ant
-ety
--ice
the suffix meaning state, quality, act of is __?__.
-able
-ant
-ety
--ice
the suffix meaning state, quality, act of is __?__.
-able
-ant
-ety
--ice
changeless, invariable, unalterable, unchanging, and undeviating are ___?__ of immutable.
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antonyms
exasperate, infuriate, madden, provoke, and rile are __?__ of incense.
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antonyms
alterable, changing, inconstant, vacillatory, and varying are __?__ of immutable.
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antonyms
denotative, exhibitive, revealing, suggestive, symbolic symptomatic, and telling are __?__ of indicative.
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antonyms
appease, assuage, calm, dulcify, pacify, and soothe are __?__ of incense.
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antonyms
lazy, slothful, and industrious are __?__ of indolent.
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antonyms
assiduous, busy, diligent, industrious, and sedulous are __?__ of indolent.
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antonyms
flawless, impeccable, inerrable, inerrant, and unerring are __?__ of infallible
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antonyms
errable, errant, fallible, and imperfect are __?__ infallible
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antonyms
diminutive, imperceptible, indiscernible, microscopic, minuscule, and minute are __?__ of infinitesimal
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antonyms
detectable enormous, huge, immense, and significant are __?__ of infinitesimal
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antonyms
decrepit, frail, inconstant, irresolute, vacillating are __?__ of infirm
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antonyms
resolute, steadfast, hale, healthy, vigorous, and unwavering are __?__ of infirm
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antonyms
innocent, inoffensive, and unoffending are __?__ of innocuous
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harmful and pernicious are __?__ of innocuous
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antonyms
gluttonous, unappeasable, unquenchable, undated, and unsatisfied are ___?__ of insatiate
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antonyms
gratified, quenched, sated, satisfied, and sufficed are __?__ of insatiate
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antonyms
arcane, impenetrable, inexplicable, mysterious, and unknowable are __?__ of inscrutable
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antonyms
comprehensible, intelligible, penetrable, perceivable, and perspicuous are __?__ of inscrutable
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antonyms
allude to, indicate, infer, insinuate, and suggest are __?__ of intimate
synonym
antonym
conceal and withhold are __?__ of intimate
synonym
antonym
extraneous, immaterial, inapplicable, inconsequent, unconnected, and unrelated are __?__ of irrelevant
synonym
antonym
applicable, pertaining, pertinent, and related are __?__ of irrelevant
synonym
antonym
to destroy the self-confidence or self-possession of anyone; to make one feel inferior or ashamed
abash
cajole
embezzle
rhetoric
obstinate and unenlightened attachment to one's own religion, party, belief, or opinion
bigotry
chagrin
festoon
platitude
to get one's way by deceptive flattery or specious promises
cajole
abash
embezzle
rampant
embarrassment or humiliation caused by disappointment or failure
chagrin
rhetoric
reverie
platitude
utterly disordered or confused
chaotic
hypocritical
rampant
abash
to fraudulently appropriate money entrusted to one's care
embezzle
abash
festoon
cajole
wreath made of plants and other materials hung in a loop
festoon
bigotry
chagrin
reverie
characterized by feigning to be what one is not
hypocritical
chaotic
rampant
embezzle
a dull and trite remark solemnly stated
platitude
festoon
rhetoric
bigotry
growing or flourishing unchecked; unrestrained
rampant
hypocritical
chaotic
rhetoric
abstracted musing; daydreaming
reverie
platitude
festoon
abash
the art of using effective and persuasive language; the rules guiding the effective use of language
rhetoric
festoon
reverie
chagrin
language characterized by artificial or ostentatious expression
rhetoric
reverie
platitude
embezzle
Which spelling is correct?
calendar
calander
calender
calandar
Which spelling is correct?
concede
conceed
conseed
consede
Which spelling is correct?
conscious
conscous
concious
Which spelling is correct?
dictionary
dikshunary
dictionery
dicshunery
Which spelling is correct?
exceed
excede
exsede
Which spelling is correct?
guttural
gutteral
gutturel
Which spelling is correct?
intercede
interceed
intersede
Which spelling is correct?
loneliness
lonelyness
lonliness
Which spelling is correct?
pamphlet
pampflet
pampflit
pamphlit
Which spelling is correct?
precede
preceed
presede
Which spelling is correct?
proceed
procede
prosede
Which spelling is correct?
recede
receed
resede
Which spelling is correct?
secede
seceed
sesede
Which spelling is correct?
succeed
sucede
sucksede
Which spelling is correct?
supersede
supercede
superceed
