WorksheetsHonors 12: List 3
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
Which of the following words means feeling or expressing remorse for one's misdeeds or sins?
Pugnacious
Contrite
Obsequious
Duplicitous
The word "harangue" most nearly means:
A lengthy and aggressive speech
A sincere apology
A secret plot
A peaceful resolution
Identify the synonym for "chasten":
Encourage
Reward
Discipline
Praise
What is the antonym of "diatribe"?
Rant
Compliment
Criticism
Accusation
If someone is "penitent," they are most likely:
Aggressive
Repentant
Joyful
Indifferent
Which word describes a person who is excessively willing to serve or obey others?
Pugnacious
Obsequious
Egregious
Penitent
"Duplicitous" is best defined as:
Combative
Deceitful
Remorseful
Straightforward
Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to "pugnacious":
Peaceful
Quarrelsome
Forgiving
Generous
Complete the sentence: The student's excuse for being late was so __________ that the teacher couldn't believe it.
Reproach
Unfathomable
Gratuitous
Egregious
Which word means unnecessary, especially through being more than enough?
Contrite
Gratuitous
Pugnacious
Chasten
What is the synonym for "obsequious"?
Aggressive
Submissive
Defiant
Indifferent
"Egregious" is best defined as:
Outstandingly bad
Extremely good
Very common
Highly unusual
Which word describes a person who is feeling or expressing deep regret for their wrongdoings?
Contrite
Pugnacious
Obsequious
Duplicitous
