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WorksheetsBehind the Scenes Vocabulary
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
interpret (a word or action) in a particular way
Notoriety
Construed
Imprudent
Traduced
A person with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting them not to.
Confidante
Vilified
Imprudent
the state of having to answer to, serve, or be completely subject to someone more powerful
servitude
patron
parole
volunteer
yearn (want) intensely and persistently especially for something unattainable
pine
steal
exercise
take
What is the term for a person who secretly helps or plans something, especially a crime?
Accomplice
Benefactor
Adversary
Protagonist
Which word means to examine or look at something in detail?
Scrutinize
Neglect
Overlook
Dismiss
What is the meaning of the word 'clandestine'?
Secretive
Obvious
Transparent
Public
Which word describes a person who is excessively concerned with minor details or rules?
Pedantic
Carefree
Indifferent
Casual
What does the word 'subterfuge' mean?
Deception
Honesty
Clarity
Simplicity
Which term refers to a person who is skilled in a particular craft or art?
Artisan
Novice
Amateur
Dilettante
What is the term for a person who is new to a subject, skill, or belief?
Neophyte
Expert
Veteran
Master
Which word means to make something appear less important or smaller than it is?
Belittle
Exaggerate
Amplify
Enhance
What is the meaning of the word 'ephemeral'?
Short-lived
Eternal
Permanent
Enduring
Which word describes a person who is willing to take bold risks?
Audacious
Cautious
Timid
Fearful
What does the word 'meticulous' mean?
Careful and precise
Careless
Hasty
Reckless
Which term refers to a person who is excessively fond of or submissive to their wife?
Uxorious
Independent
Dominant
Aloof
What is the meaning of the word 'obfuscate'?
To confuse
To clarify
To simplify
To elucidate
Which word means to express disapproval or disappointment?
Reproach
Praise
Commend
Applaud
What does the word 'tenacious' mean?
Persistent
Lazy
Indifferent
Apathetic
Which term refers to a person who is excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters?
Garrulous
Reticent
Silent
Reserved
What is the meaning of the word 'altruistic'?
Selfless
Selfish
Greedy
Egotistical
Which word describes a person who is easily deceived or tricked?
Gullible
Astute
Shrewd
Clever
What does the word 'insipid' mean?
Lacking flavor
Flavorful
Spicy
Tasty
Which term refers to a person who is habitually lazy or idle?
Indolent
Diligent
Industrious
Hardworking
What is the meaning of the word 'quixotic'?
Unrealistic
Practical
Realistic
Sensible
