WorksheetsVocabulary Mastery Quiz for Grade 10
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is the meaning of the word "abhor"?
To assist or support
To despise or strongly dislike
To increase or expand
To reveal or disclose
Which word means "to erase, remove or wipe out"?
expunge
divulge
augment
dole
What does "decorum" refer to?
Disorder or confusion
Appropriate behavior; good manners
Modest or reserved
Neglect or carelessness
Which word describes a person who is social, friendly, or outgoing?
bigot
extrovert
demure
insipid
What is the definition of "superfluous"?
Unnecessary or extra
To correct or make right
To force or pressure
To spread or grow
Which word means "to distribute or give out sparingly"?
dole
propagate
augment
abet
What does "temerity" mean?
Modest or reserved
Reckless, a foolish disregard of danger
Tasteless or bland
Neglect or carelessness
Which word means "to reconcile or make peace with"?
abhor
appease
detest
divulge
What is the meaning of "culmination"?
Final outcome of a process or development
To erase or remove
To increase or expand
To despise or hate
Which word means "neglect or carelessness"?
decorum
negligence
chaos
toilsome
Use the word "augment" in a sentence.
She tried to augment her savings by working overtime.
He tried to expunge the memory from his mind.
The teacher abhorred cheating in exams.
The chaos in the room was overwhelming.
Which sentence correctly uses the word "divulge"?
He refused to divulge the secret to anyone.
She was known for her decorum at formal events.
The bigot made intolerant remarks.
The process reached its culmination last week.
Select the sentence that uses "demure" correctly.
The demure student rarely spoke in class.
The chaos in the hallway was loud.
He tried to augment his knowledge.
She abhorred spicy food.
Which sentence uses "coerce" correctly?
The manager tried to coerce the employee into working late.
The decorum at the party was impressive.
She had a proclivity for singing.
The food was insipid.
Match the word "insipid" with its definition.
Tasteless, bland or flavorless
To correct or make right
To despise or hate
To spread or grow
Match the word "propagate" with its definition.
To erase or remove
To spread, breed or grow
To force or pressure
Unnecessary or extra
Which word means "a natural tendency to behave a certain way"?
proclivity
propensity
temerity
decorum
Which word means "requiring much effort or labor"?
toilsome
chaos
abet
demure
What is the meaning of "redress"?
To correct or make right
To despise or hate
To distribute sparingly
To reconcile or make peace
Which word means "an intolerant, prejudiced person"?
extrovert
bigot
demure
abet
