WorksheetsUnit 13 Sadlier Level C Vocabulary
Total questions: 53
Worksheet time: 27mins
What is the definition of the word 'adapt'? Fill in the blank: Adapt means to ______ or change to suit conditions.
adjust
ignore
destroy
delay
Which of the following is NOT a synonym of 'adapt'?
regulate
alter
acclimate
remain unchanged
What is the antonym of 'adapt'? Fill in the blank: The antonym of adapt is ______.
remain unchanged
change
adjust
modify
What is the definition of the word 'attest'?
to bear witness, affirm to be true or genuine
to deny or reject something
to create something new
to forget or overlook something
Which of the following is a synonym of 'attest'?
deny
verify
refute
rebut
Which of the following is an antonym of 'attest'?
corroborate
confirm
deny
verify
What is the definition of 'dovetail' as a noun?
A carpentry figure resembling a dove’s tail.
A type of bird found in Europe.
A traditional woodworking tool.
A decorative pattern used in textiles.
What is the definition of 'dovetail' as a verb?
To fit together exactly.
To fly in a zigzag pattern.
To carve wood into a spiral shape.
To paint with overlapping colors.
Which of the following is a synonym for 'dovetail' (verb)?
Clash
Mesh
Be at odds
Disagree
Which of the following is an antonym for 'dovetail' (verb)?
Harmonize
Jive
Clash
Mesh
What is the definition of 'enormity'?
The quality of exceeding all moral bounds; an exceedingly evil act; huge size
A small or insignificant detail
A feeling of great happiness
A type of measurement for length
Which of the following is a synonym of 'enormity'?
Mildness
Heinousness
Harmlessness
Innocuousness
Which of the following is an antonym of 'enormity'?
Atrocity
Vastness
Mildness
Heinousness
What is the definition of the word 'falter'? Fill in the blank: 'Falter' means to ______, stumble, lose courage; to speak hesitatingly; to lose drive, weaken, decline.
hesitate
celebrate
accelerate
ignore
What is a synonym for the word 'falter'? Fill in the blank: A synonym for 'falter' is ______.
waver
build
ignore
celebrate
What is an antonym for the word 'falter'? Fill in the blank: An antonym for 'falter' is ______ or plug away at.
persevere
hesitate
stumble
waver
Fill in the blank: The definition of 'foreboding' as a noun is _______.
a warning or feeling that something bad will happen
a celebration of good fortune
an act of kindness
a sudden burst of laughter
Fill in the blank: The synonyms of 'foreboding' (noun) are ________ and ________.
presentiment, premonition
happiness, joy
ignorance, neglect
certainty, assurance
Fill in the blank: The definition of 'foreboding' as an adjective is ________.
marked by fear, ominous
full of joy and happiness
completely indifferent
extremely humorous
What is the definition of 'forlorn'? Fill in the blank: Forlorn means totally abandoned and helpless; sad and lonely; wretched or pitiful; almost ________.
hopeless
cheerful
energetic
confident
Which of the following is a synonym of 'forlorn'? Fill in the blank: A synonym of forlorn is ________.
woebegone
elated
boisterous
gregarious
Which of the following is an antonym of 'forlorn'? Fill in the blank: An antonym of forlorn is ________.
buoyant
melancholy
desolate
miserable
What is the definition of the word 'haughty'?
chillingly proud and scornful
extremely generous and kind
easily frightened and timid
deeply thoughtful and reflective
Which of the following is a synonym for 'haughty'?
meek
disdainful
humble
modest
Which of the following is an antonym for 'haughty'?
supercilious
disdainful
meek
proud
What is the definition of the word 'impediment'?
A physical defect; a hindrance, obstacle
A type of musical instrument
A form of government
A mathematical equation
Which of the following are synonyms of 'impediment'?
obstruction, stumbling block
celebration, festivity
solution, answer
encouragement, support
Which of the following are antonyms of 'impediment'?
help, advantage, asset, plus
obstacle, barrier, block, hindrance
delay, setback, difficulty, snag
restriction, limitation, handicap, drawback
What is the definition of 'plunder' as a noun?
property stolen by force
a type of musical instrument
a peaceful negotiation
an official document
Which of the following are synonyms for 'plunder' as a noun?
spoils, pelf
run, jump
eat, drink
build, destroy
What is the definition of 'plunder' as a verb?
to rob by force, especially during wartime; to seize wrongfully
to build something with care
to negotiate peacefully
to donate generously
Which of the following are synonyms for 'plunder' as a verb?
pillage, loot, sack
run, jump, skip
eat, drink, sleep
build, destroy, create
Fill in the blank: The definition of 'steadfast' is ________.
firmly fixed; constant, not moving or changing
easily swayed; indecisive
quick to change; unpredictable
lacking confidence; unsure
Fill in the blank: Synonyms of 'steadfast' are ________.
loyal, faithful
timid, shy
careless, lazy
selfish, greedy
Fill in the blank: Antonyms of 'steadfast' are ________.
inconstant, fickle, unreliable, vacillating
loyal, faithful, devoted, constant
firm, resolute, unwavering, persistent
dedicated, committed, reliable, steady
What is the definition of 'simper' as a noun?
A silly, forced smile
A loud, boisterous laugh
A deep, thoughtful frown
A quick, nervous glance
What is the definition of 'simper' as a verb?
To smile or speak in a silly, forced way
To walk quickly and energetically
To shout loudly in anger
To write in a hurried manner
Which of the following is NOT a synonym for 'simper' (verb)?
Snicker
Titter
Giggle
Cry
What does 'loiter' mean?
To run quickly
To stand or wait around idly
To work hard
To eat quickly
What is the definition of the word 'malinger'? Fill in the blank: To ______ illness to avoid duty or work, lie down on the job.
pretend
treat
ignore
diagnose
Which of the following is a synonym for 'malinger'?
goof off
work hard
study
help others
What is the definition of the word 'pithy'? Fill in the blank: Pithy means ________.
short but full of meaning
long and boring
confusing and unclear
loud and aggressive
Which of the following is a synonym of 'pithy'?
verbose
terse
foolish
inane
Which of the following is an antonym of 'pithy'?
meaty
telling
long-winded
short and sweet
What is the definition of the word 'vaunted'?
much boasted about in a vain or swaggering way
hidden or kept secret
quickly forgotten or ignored
related to ancient history
Which of the following are synonyms of 'vaunted'?
trumpeted
heralded
downplayed
de-emphasized
Which of the following are antonyms of 'vaunted'?
downplayed
soft-pedaled
trumpeted
de-emphasized
What is the definition of the word 'vilify'?
to abuse or belittle unjustly or maliciously
to praise highly
to make something visible
to verify information
Which of the following is a synonym of 'vilify'?
malign
glorify
extol
lionize
Which of the following is an antonym of 'vilify'?
defame
denigrate
glorify
traduce
What is the definition of the word 'waif'? Fill in the blank: A waif is a person (usually a child) without a home or friend; a stray person or animal; something that comes along by chance.
A person (usually a child) without a home or friend; a stray person or animal; something that comes along by chance.
A person who is extremely wealthy and influential in society.
A person who is known for their bravery in battle.
A person who is skilled in mathematics and science.
What are the synonyms of the word 'waif'? Fill in the blank: The synonyms of waif are ______ and ______.
stray, urchin
giant, ogre
hero, leader
teacher, student
Which sentence uses the word 'waif' in context?
The spunky waif who triumphs over many hardships is a popular character in film and fiction.
The waif is a type of fruit found in tropical regions.
Waif means to run quickly.
Waif is a kind of musical instrument.
