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WorksheetsVocabulary Ben
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
Which of the following sentences uses the word POISED incorrectly?
The flight attendant remained poised and calm as she directed the passengers through the emergency exits.
After she tripped on the red carpet, the actress remained poised as she laughed at her own clumsiness.
The eagle poised in mid-air ready to swoop on its prey.
The science teacher poised before beginning the lesson on animal behaviors.
Which of the following sentences uses the word PRESUME incorrectly?
She hated to presume that her brother had stolen the money, but he was the only one with a criminal record.
The jury must presume innocence until they have undeniable evidence of guilt.
I presumed that someone would be there to meet us when we arrived.
When the rain finally stopped, we presumed the game in the mud.
Which of the following sentences uses the word SUBSTANTIAL incorrectly?
It is substantial to wear a warm jacket during the winter months.
The restaurant was known for serving a substantial meal that included at least a pound of meat on the plate.
Workers in big firms receive a substantial part of their pay in the form of bonuses and overtime.
There were substantial changes made to the company within a very brief amount of time.
Which of the following sentences uses the word SUBTLE incorrectly?
Only the diamond expert could see the subtle difference between the real diamond and the fake one.
I had a subtle break before sitting down to read the new book by J.K. Rowling.
When you are ready to leave the party, please give me a subtle hint so the host doesn't notice.
The difference, which seems subtle at first glance, is actually quite dramatic.
To be more powerful than another
dominate
versatile
inherently
resilient
Not easily broken or harmed
dominate
resilient
marketable
processed
Being an essential part of something
dominate
resilient
inherently
sophisticated
more than what is necessary; extra.
depleted
marketable
processed
surplus
able to be sold or made use of to earn money
processed
inherently
marketable
confinement
to join together into a whole; combine.
sophisticated
consolidate
versatile
resilient
•able to do many different things well
sophisticated
marketable
marketable
versatile
to keep within limits; restrict
confinement
depleted
processed
inherently
perform
execute
reeled
groused
sprawled
Which of the following sentences uses the word BENIGN incorrectly?
A) The tumor was found to be benign, much to the patient's relief.
B) Her benign smile made everyone feel at ease.
C) The weather was benign, with clear skies and a gentle breeze.
D) The teacher's benign attitude made the students feel threatened.
What is the meaning of the word 'BENEVOLENT'?
A) Hostile and aggressive
B) Kind and charitable
C) Indifferent and apathetic
D) Selfish and greedy
