WorksheetsTricky words
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 9mins
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She understood the _______________(1) of his words, noticing the subtle underlying meaning.
exorcise
nuance
correlation
The scientist found a strong (a) (19) between the variables, supporting his hypothesis.
Through his timeless poetry, he aimed to _______________(20) the beauty of nature for future generations to appreciate.
immortalize
articulate
cajole
The (a) (18) of the river was a result of industrial waste being improperly disposed of.
The religious teacher often used _______________(17) to illustrate moral lessons and spiritual truths.
compilation
parables
exorcise
The office was _______________(16) with paperwork after the holiday weekend, causing chaos in the department.
inundated
honed
intractable
His extensive library was filled with _______________(15) on philosophy, science, and history
treatises
treaties
treacle
Their witty _______________(14) during dinner parties entertained everyone with clever banter and jokes
cajole
demagogy
badinage
She tried to (a) (13) her friend into joining her on the spontaneous road trip across the country.
The charismatic politician quickly gained a following as a _______________(11), stirring the emotions of the crowd
hierophant
apostle
demagogue
As a young artist, she hoped to _______________(10) the style and success of her favourite painter.
emulate
exorcise
cover
The team faced an _______________(9) problem that seemed impossible to solve at first.
contumacious
intractable
defiant
She decided to (a) (8) her fears by confronting them head-on in therapy sessions.
The report was filled with unnecessary _______________(6), making it difficult to read and understand.
verbiage
prolixity
wordage
Despite his modesty, he couldn't help but _______________(5) the prestigious award given to his colleague.
esteem
covet
reprobate
