WorksheetsUnit 1 Vocab Practice
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 20mins
Which term means "caused to feel embarrassed, ashamed, or humiliated"?
Ignorance
Mortified
Onslaught
Strife
His __________ of the topic became clear when he couldn't answer any of the questions.
apathy
ignorance
irreverence
onslaught
The scientist's __________ in the field made her a sought-after speaker at conferences.
pre-eminence
ignorance
strife
unprecedented
The technological advancements achieved during the last decade are __________ in human history.
pre-eminence
incumbency
parse
unprecedented
She __________ with excitement when discussing her new job opportunity.
implemented
pre-eminence
enthused
unprecedented
Which term describes "an expression of sympathy, especially on the occasion of a death"?
Consecrate
Condolence
Deter
Resolve
Despite the challenges, she showed great __________ and completed the task on time.
consecrate
resolve
mortified
incumbency
It took hours to __________ through the complex legal document.
implement
proposition
parse
resolve
Starting a new business is an ambitious __________ that requires significant effort.
enterprise
onslaught
hostile
mortified
After the loss of his grandmother, friends and family sent messages of __________.
strife
ignorance
condolence
irreverence
What does "Consecrate" mean?
To turn aside, discourage, or prevent from acting
To express excitement about something
Make or declare something sacred
Lack of knowledge or information
During his __________, the mayor introduced several key reforms.
strife
onslaught
enterprise
incumbency
What is the definition of "Deter"?
To put into effect
To turn aside, discourage, or prevent from acting
To examine or think about something carefully
To settle or find a solution to a problem
Negative comments from critics did little to __________ from the actor's performance.
apathy
consecrate
hostile
detract
The lawyer presented a convincing __________ to support his client's case.
apathy
condolence
implement
proposition
The negotiations took place in a __________ environment, with neither side willing to compromise.
incumbency
strife
enthused
hostile
Which word means "diminish the worth or value of (a quality or achievement); cause someone or something to be distracted or diverted from"?
enthused
hostile
detract
implement
The country was torn apart by political __________, leading to years of unrest.
strife
ignorance
hostile
parse
Which word means "to express excitement about something or great interest in it"?
Enthused
Hostile
Mortified
Ignorance
What does "Enterprise" refer to?
A lack of respect for people or things
A project or undertaking, typically one that is difficult or requires effort
A fierce or destructive attack
The act of surpassing all others
The church was __________ during a special ceremony by the bishop.
consecrated
resolved
enthused
deterred
What is the meaning of "Hostile"?
Unfriendly, antagonistic
Caused to feel embarrassed
Lack of knowledge or information
To put into effect
What is the meaning of "Apathy"?
Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern
An expression of sympathy
To express excitement about something
A fierce or destructive attack
What does "Ignorance" mean?
Lack of knowledge or information
A large quantity of people or things
The holding of an office position
A statement or assertion that expresses a judgment
The security measures were put in place to __________ potential intruders.
onslaught
deter
resolve
incumbency
What is the definition of "Implement"?
To put into effect
To examine or think about something carefully
To settle or find a solution to a problem
To express excitement about something
Which word describes "the holding of an office position in the period during which one is held"?
Incumbency
Irreverence
Pre-eminence
Unprecedented
The manager worked hard to __________ the new policies across the company.
detract
strife
implement
proposition
Which term means "to examine or think about something carefully in order to understand it"?
Parse
Proposition
Resolve
Strife
What does "Irreverence" mean?
A lack of respect for people or things that are generally taken seriously
A fierce or destructive attack
The act of surpassing all others
Angry or bitter disagreement
He was __________ when he realized his mistake in front of the entire class.
strife
hostile
mortified
irreverent
The student's __________ toward the project was evident in their lack of participation.
resolve
apathy
proposition
condolence
What is the meaning of "Onslaught"?
A fierce or destructive attack
To examine or think about something carefully
To settle or find a solution to a problem
To express excitement about something
What does "Pre-eminence" refer to?
The act of surpassing all others
A statement or assertion that expresses a judgment
Never done or known before
Angry or bitter disagreement
What is the definition of "Proposition"?
A statement or assertion that expresses a judgment or opinion
The holding of an office position
A fierce or destructive attack
Lack of knowledge or information
Which word means "never done or known before"?
Unprecedented
Enthused
Hostile
Mortified
What does "Resolve" mean?
To settle or find a solution to a problem
To express excitement about something
To examine or think about something carefully
To turn aside, discourage, or prevent from acting
What is the meaning of "Strife"?
Angry or bitter disagreement over fundamental issues
A lack of respect for people or things
The act of surpassing all others
A project or undertaking
The comedian's __________ toward authority figures made the audience laugh but angered some officials.
apathy
strife
irreverence
hostility
The troops faced an unexpected __________ from the enemy forces.
enterprise
strife
incumbency
onslaught
