demean

depict

determine

devoid

differentiate

digress

diminish

discrepancy

the amount by which something is too small

cause a severe loss in the dignity of and respect for someone or something

show or represent

cause something to occur in a particular way; be the decisive factor in; ascertain or establish exactly; typically as a result of research or calculation

entirely lacking or free from

recognize or ascertain what makes (someone or something) distinct;

spread out over a large area; not concentrated

make or become less

a lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts

verb: stick completely to a surface or substance or believe in and follow the practices of

adjective: large or heavy and therefore difficult to carry or use; slow or complicated and therefore inefficient.

Identify the appropriate definition for the underlined vocabulary term in the following sentence: The program presents a critical analysis of the government's strategies.

Identify the appropriate part of speech for the underlined vocabulary term used in the following sentence: He drew the corollary, that freedom mattered last as well as first.

adjective: not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant

adjective: mysterious or secret

adjective: following continuously; in unbroken or logical sequence

Choose the most appropriate term to fill in the blank: The sleek ______________ of the vase was eye-catching, so Brenda decided to purchase it.

Choose the most appropriate term to fill in the blank: Most of the time his tone was emotionless. When he finally lifted his head and spoke to Adrienne, his voice was _______ of any emotion.

Choose the most appropriate term to fill in the blank: The hot metal will _______ as it cools.

Choose the most appropriate term to fill in the blank: She couldn't______the thought of losing him.

Choose the most appropriate term to fill in the blank: The goal is to __________ more data, from a wider variety of sources, in a shorter amount of time.

verb: state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully

noun: a short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person

adjective: anxious or fearful that something bad will happen

adjective: logical and consistent

verb: evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of

Identify the appropriate part of speech for the underlined vocabulary term used in the following sentence: If he stays optimistic, his enthusiasm will compensate for his lack of skill.

Identify the appropriate part of speech for the underlined vocabulary term used in the following sentence: A greater cause for resentment is the discrepancy in pay.